Sweet Pepper 'Corno di Toro Rosso Sheppard'
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Sweet pepper 'Corno di Toro Rosso Sheppard' (Capsicum annuum), offered by the seed company Weston Seeds
The 'Corno di Toro Rosso Sheppard' sweet pepper is a spectacular heirloom variety, also known as the "Red Bull's Horn." With its gigantic, tapered 10- to 12-inch (25- to 30-cm) fruits, this pepper offers a crisp texture and a sweet, delicious flavor. Great raw, grilled, or stuffed, it turns from green to red when ripe, offering great versatility and visual appeal in your dishes. Prolific plants ensure a bountiful harvest all season long.
Days to maturity : 75 to 80 days after transplanting
Fruit size : 10 to 12 inches
Height : 18 to 24 inches
Spacing : 12 to 14 inches
Sowing : Indoor sowing
Exposure : Full sun
Quantity per pack : nd
Cultivation method:
Start seedlings indoors between mid-February and late March in a soilless growing mix. Sow seeds 1/4" (6 mm) deep and maintain a constant temperature of 70°F (21°C) for optimum germination. Once germinated, grow seedlings in bright light at temperatures of 60-70°F (16-21°C) to produce robust seedlings.
After hardening off, transplant plants outdoors in late May to early June in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Space plants 12" (30 cm) apart in rows 24" (60 cm) apart. Avoid high nitrogen fertilizers to encourage fruit production. Staking is recommended to support plants when fruit reaches full size. Harvest at different stages of maturity to vary flavors and textures.
A majestic and tasty pepper!
The sweet pepper 'Corno di Toro Rosso Sheppard' is perfect for gardeners looking for a sweet, productive and visually impressive variety. With its long and sweet fruits, it will become the star of your harvests and culinary preparations!
