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Plant Information

Desperado Pepper Hot

Blooming Season: Summer
Plant Habit: Upright
Characteristics: Culinary Use
Water: Medium
Fertilize: None or when needed only
Spacing: 12 - 18" (30 - 46cm)
Height: 18 - 22" (46 - 56cm)
Width: 12 - 16" (30 - 41cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Large, early-maturing Anaheim type produces mild, flavorful peppers with thick walls that are well-suited for grilling.

Idea & Tips: Water as needed all season to keep soil evenly moist, keeping your eye out for the first sign of wilt. Feed with a vegetable fertilizer to ensure your bountiful harvest.
Days to Harvest: 60 - 70
Fruit Size: 7.8  to  8.0 x 1.5  to  1.75 in. (20 x 4 cm)
Heat Level: 1 - mild
Grower Information: Large, early-maturing Anaheim type produces mild, flavorful (50-500 Scovilles) peppers with thick walls that are well-suited for grilling. Use fresh or preserve dry or in oil or vinegar.

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Pepper Desperado Container