Sweet pepper 'Lively Italian' organic
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Organic 'Lively Italian' pepper (Capsicum annuum) from Gaia seed company, a sweet and productive Italian variety
The 'Lively Italian' pepper is an heirloom variety prized for its elongated, thin fruits that are bright red when ripe . Very sweet and flavorful, it is perfect for grilling, roasting, adding to salads or sauces . Its fine, juicy flesh makes it a staple in Mediterranean cuisine. Easy to grow, it is resistant to diseases and pests and thrives particularly well in warm climates, providing a generous harvest throughout the season.
Spread: vigorous and branched habit
Plant height: 60 to 80 cm
Quantity per pack: ± 20 seeds
Companion plants: alliums, basil, tomato, spinach, oregano, marjoram, nasturtium, marigold
Enemy plants: beans, brassicas, fennel
Did you know?
Italian peppers are often called "Corno di Toro" (bull's horn) because of their elongated, slightly curved shape . They are particularly appreciated for their natural sweetness , which intensifies further after cooking.
Cultivation method
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting , maintaining a temperature of 27-31°C to promote rapid germination . Harden off seedlings before transplanting to the garden when night temperatures are above 12°C . Plant 1 cm (1/2") deep , spacing 30-45 cm (12-18") between plants and 45-60 cm (18-24") between rows .
Harvesting and storage
Harvest green peppers to stimulate extended production , or wait until they are fully ripe to enjoy their intense sweet flavor and bright red color .
Store peppers in a cool, humid place (10-12°C, 95% relative humidity). To extend their shelf life, roast and freeze them , or dry them for use throughout the year.
With its juicy flesh , its natural resistance and its incomparable sweet taste , the 'Lively Italian' Pepper is a variety to adopt in the vegetable garden!
