Purple Capsicum Hybrid Seed

Shimla mirch, or purple bell peppers, have a thick wall and mildly sweet taste. They are great for garnishing salads and other dishes. Purple bell peppers can be eaten at any stage of their growth. Capsicum plants are popular not only for their health benefits but also for their medicinal properties. It is easy to grow capsicum in pots. To see the capsicum flowering and growing stages, and to learn more about when and where to sow capsicum seeds.

This Purple Capsicum Hybrid Seed

• 10 Purple Capsicum Seeds.
• Balcony or terrace gardens: Where to grow.
• Sowing season: All year (Best sowing season is Summer).
• Mode of sowing: Sow seeds at 0.5 cm depth in a container or pot, or seedling tray. Transplant within 25-30 days.
• Temperature of Germination: 18-30°C.
• The Germination Time is 6-8 days after sowing.
• Harvesting: 60-70 days after transplantation.
• Plant vigor: A strong plant with small internodes.

Purple Capsicum Growing Season in India

Purple capsicum, a warm-weather vegetable, is best grown in spring and summer. The capsicum plant’s growing season is from February to April.

How to Grow Purple Capsicum at Home

The best way to get purple bell pepper seeds is to sow them in a tray. After seeds germination, you can transplant them. Choose a 3 inch deep seedling tray and a large pot or a 12-15 inch wide grow bag. Purple capsicum is a warm-loving plant, so sow seeds when soil temperature is between 18-30degC.

Best Potting soil for growing capsicum

You can use a potting mixture with good organic matter (peatmoss/ Coco Peat, vermicompost and perlite)
You can make your own potting mixture by adding peat and moss/ Coco peat, compost/sand and organic manure. This will help protect your plant from pests and soil diseases.

Purple Capsicum Seeds: Sowing Method

Fill a small-sized pot or tray with growing medium and place the purple capsicum seedlings on top. Cover the soil with a thin layer. Lightly water the seeds or spray some water through your watering can. The seedling tray should be kept in a warm place, but not in direct sunlight until the seeds germinate. Keep the soil moist. Depending on the growing conditions, purple capsicum seeds can germinate in 6-10 days.

Transplanting Purple Capsicum Seedlings Into Big Pots

When the seedlings reach 3-4 inches in height, transplant them into individual pots. Only 2-3 plants per pot are allowed after germination. Select a large pot/large grow bag with drainage holes. Then, fill the pots with any organic fertiliser or potting mixture. The best plant will be chosen and transplanted. Place the pot in a sunny spot where purple capsicum plants get 6-8 hours of sun each day. Give water whenever the soil feels dry.

When to Fertilize Purple Capsicum

To increase soil nutrients, you can mix any homemade fertilizer, such as tea compost, vegetable compost, or fruit compost, every month.
Use less nitrogen fertilizer than necessary. This will encourage leaf growth and reduce fruit production.
You can also spray Epsom Salt with water to increase the yields.

Purple Bell Pepper Plant Care Tip

Soil:- You can use loose, fertile and well-drained soil to grow capsicum. However, moist soil is better for germination as it speeds up the growth speed.

Water:- During the summer, the capsicum requires regular watering. During the winter or rainy seasons, water should be given once every 2-3 days.

Sunlight:- Capsicum requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight to ensure better plant growth.

Temperature:- The ideal temperature for growing capsicum is between 21 and 32 degrees Celsius. The maximum temperature for capsicum is 35 degrees Celsius, while the minimum temperature is 10 degrees Celsius.

Common diseases and pests:- Spider mites, whitefly, and aphids infest plants and eat the leaves. Capsicum plants can also be infected by diseases such as powdery mildew and bacterial wilt. Organic insecticides and neem oil can be used to control these pests or eradicate the disease.

Purple Capsicum Flower To Fruit Time

The purple bell pepper plant will begin flowering within 40 days of transplanting. The fruit should be visible in 5-10 days. Capsicum can be pollinated by itself. It doesn’t need to be pollinated by insects or wind. Sometimes, however, the stamen of a male flower may develop and not touch the pistil of a female flower. If this happens, it can lead to sterile flowers. It is worth giving your plant a gentle shake every now and again to resolve the problem.

Harvesting Of Purple Capsicum

After transplanting, purple capsicum can be harvested in 60 to 70 days.
When they reach full size, harvest the purple capsicum. They will be firm and shiny.
Use a sharp pruning shear to cut the purple capsicum.

Purple Capsicum Special Features

Common names – Sweet pepper, bell pepper, shimla mirch (shimlaa mic)
Scientific name: Capsicum Annum
Height: 3 to 6 Feet
Color of flowers – White
Level of growth – Easy

FAQ

Can capsicums be grown in pots?

Capsicum can also be grown in pots provided that the container is at least 12-15inches deep.

How can you care for capsicum plants?

Capsicum can be harvested in the best possible way by providing water and sunlight.

Do capsicums require a trellis to grow?

Capsicum plants don’t require support. However, for vertical growth and good health, you can use a support such as a pipe, bamboo, or other support to help them grow.

How long does a capsicums plant live?

Capsicum can live up to 1.5-3 years.

How many capsicums can a plant hold?

A healthy plant can produce five to ten fruits or more depending on its variety.

Can bell pepper plants continue producing?

Yes, bell pepper or capsicum plants produce fruit throughout the year. Regular harvesting increases the yield of capsicum.

What are you allowed to plant in the vicinity of peppers?

Capsicum is not recommended for beans, cauliflower, cabbage and kale.

Why is my bell peppers not producing any fruit but they are flowering?

Too hot or cold temperatures can cause pepper plants to bloom but no fruit is produced during their bloom.

Why are my bell pepper plants covered in brown spots?

Brown spots on pepper plants may be caused by bacteria leaf spots.

Why is my bell pepper plant turning white?

Powdery mildew is a fungal disease that causes pepper plants’ leaves to turn white.

Why is my capsicum plant dying?

Capsicum plants can die from improper watering practices such as over- or underwatering. The plants can’t survive without water, but excessive water can cause them to die.

How do you grow capsicum plants quicker?

When grown in fertile and moist soil, capsicum plants will produce the best results.

Why is my capsicum seed not germinating?

Incorrect growing conditions can cause capsicum seeds to not germinate. This includes not getting enough sun, not sowing seeds deep enough in the soil, not receiving enough water, and not over- or underwatering.

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