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Hot pepper 'Sugar Rush Striped'

Name: Hot pepper 'Sugar Rush Striped'
Brand: Ferme alternative Les Gardiens
SKU: GARD-SEMENCES
Price: 6.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Sugar Rush Striped Pepper

Latin name Capsicum baccatum

Quantity per packet About 10 seeds

Produces abundant colorful fruits with a sweet, fruity flavor suitable for many culinary uses. This rare variety combines excellent productivity with outstanding ornamental value.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameSugar Rush Striped Pepper

Latin nameCapsicum baccatum

FamilySolanaceae

TypeHot Pepper

CycleAnnual in Canada

Quantity per packAbout 10 seeds

Code produitFEGAR-0002

Product
description

Sugar Rush Striped Hot Pepper (Capsicum baccatum) is a rare and exceptional variety developed from a cross between Sugar Rush Red and Sugar Rush Peach. Its long fruits, about 10 cm (4 in), mature from pale green to peach and red tones with unique striping at full ripeness, creating a highly ornamental effect in the garden, in containers, or in summer harvests. The vigorous, extremely prolific plant can reach up to 1.5 m (5 ft) tall and produces generously throughout the season. With moderate heat of about 50,000 SHU, it combines noticeable spice with fruity, sweet, exotic flavor.

Sugar Rush Striped Hot Pepper grows best in full sun, in rich, fertile, well-drained soil, with moderate, regular watering to support healthy growth. Start seeds indoors in early March, about 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost, at an optimal temperature of 22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F). Germination usually takes 7 to 14 days. Once plants have 4 to 6 true leaves, transplant them into larger pots before gradually hardening them off outdoors. Whether grown in the ground or in 10 to 15 L (2.5 to 4 gal) containers, staking is often useful to support fruit-laden branches.

In the garden, this pepper is ideal for collector vegetable gardens, large containers, sunny patios, and decorative edible landscapes where a colorful, productive, flavorful variety is desired. It grows well alongside tomatoes, basil, and onions, while benefiting from being kept away from fennel and beets. Its flowers may attract pollinators, while its striped fruits are excellent in spicy sauces, salsas, chutneys, marinades, jams, and fermented sauces. Since it contains capsaicin, wash hands after handling to avoid irritation.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodMarch to April

Best time

March to April

Sowing depth6 mm (1/4 in)

Germination temperature22 to 28°C (72 to 82°F)

Germination time7 to 14 days

Propagation

Propagated from seed. Seeds remain true to type when plants are grown away from other Capsicum baccatum varieties to reduce cross-pollination.

Growing
method

Start seeds indoors approximately 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost, ideally in early March. Sow seeds 6 mm (1/4 in) deep in moist growing mix maintained between 22 and 28°C (72 to 82°F). Germination usually takes 7 to 14 days. Transplant seedlings into individual pots once they develop 4 to 6 true leaves, then gradually harden them off before planting outdoors. Plant in full sun, in rich, fertile, well-drained soil after all danger of frost has passed. Install a stake to support the long, productive branches.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun with at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Choose a warm, sheltered location for the longest possible growing season.

Soil

Rich, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost. A light growing medium that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged promotes vigorous growth.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water regularly once the growing medium begins to dry at the surface. Maintain even moisture to encourage vigorous growth and abundant harvests.

Fertilization

Apply a balanced fertilizer during early growth, then switch to one higher in potassium once flowering begins. Fertilize every two to three weeks to support abundant fruit production.

Care levelEasy

Remove damaged leaves and weed regularly around the plant. Water consistently without waterlogging the soil to reduce drought stress. Fertilize every two to three weeks with a potassium-rich fertilizer after flowering begins. Install a stake to support the heavily loaded branches. Harvest frequently to encourage continuous production.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

10 to 15 L (2.5 to 4 gal) minimum

Sugar Rush Striped Pepper grows exceptionally well in 10 to 15 L (2.5 to 4 gal) containers filled with rich, well-drained growing mix. Place the container in full sun in a warm, sheltered location. Water regularly to keep the growing medium evenly moist without overwatering. Fertilize every two to three weeks during the growing season and install a stake to support the highly productive branches. Containers also make it easy to extend the growing season by moving plants when nights become cool.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Its long striped fruits with spectacular colors create an outstanding ornamental display while producing abundant harvests. Their sweet, fruity flavor makes this variety as beautiful as it is delicious.

Produces abundant colorful fruits with a sweet, fruity flavor suitable for many culinary uses. This rare variety combines excellent productivity with outstanding ornamental value.

Garden use

Perfect for collector gardens, sunny patios, and large containers. Its long striped fruits bring spectacular color to edible landscapes. Pair it with tomatoes and culinary herbs in a warm, well-drained location. The abundant harvests are ideal for a wide range of fresh and preserved recipes, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a productive, flavorful, and highly ornamental pepper.

Bloom period

White flowers bloom throughout summer before producing the long, beautifully striped fruits. They attract numerous beneficial pollinating insects.

Flower colorWhite

Foliage colorGreen

Harvest

July to October. Harvest fruits once they develop their characteristic peach and red striping. They are excellent fresh or processed.

Fruiting

July to October

Wildlife appealBees and Pollinators

Size
and facts

Height120 to 150 cm (48 to 60 in)

Spread50 to 60 cm (20 to 24 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature10°C (50°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Tomato, Basil, Onion

Avoid planting with

Aphids, Whiteflies, Spider Mites

Recipe
and inspiration

The fruits are excellent in spicy sauces, salsas, chutneys, marinades, jams, and fermented sauces. Their fruity, sweet, exotic flavor adds remarkable complexity to culinary creations. They can be enjoyed fresh, dried, or processed for long-term storage. Wash your hands after handling the fruits to avoid irritation caused by capsaicin.

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Sugar Rush Striped Pepper in Canada? +

Start seeds indoors about 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost, usually in early March. Maintaining temperatures between 22 and 28°C (72 to 82°F) encourages rapid, uniform germination and a long harvest season.

Why is this variety so productive? +

Sugar Rush Striped has vigorous growth and continuously produces new fruits under favorable conditions. Full sun, regular fertilization, and frequent harvesting further increase productivity.

Can Sugar Rush Striped Pepper be grown in containers? +

Yes. This variety performs exceptionally well in large containers placed in full sun. Good drainage, regular watering, and staking ensure vigorous growth, while containers help extend the growing season.

Is Sugar Rush Striped Pepper very hot? +

It develops moderate heat of about 50,000 SHU combined with a sweet, fruity flavor. It is hotter than a jalapeño but much milder than the super-hot pepper varieties.

Which companion plants are best? +

Tomatoes, basil, and onions are excellent companion plants because they thrive under similar growing conditions. Avoid planting near fennel and beets. A diverse garden also attracts beneficial pollinating insects.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.