Green Capsicum Seeds

Green Capsicum Seeds

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Product Code: CSR0149
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Product Description

Plant Name: Capsicum/Bell Pepper/Sweet Pepper/Paprika

Sowing Season: During cooler periods as Capsicum is both heat and frost tender.

Sowing in Northern India: Spring season. Start seeds indoors during the winter season before transplanting them outside during the coming spring season.
Sowing in Southern India: Winter season. Preferably start seeds indoors for a better germination rate.

Amount of soil needs: Capsicum plants need between 3-5 gallons of growing medium to produce a healthy yield.

How to Sow: 

  • Sow capsicum in a seedling tray first, plant out the seedlings when they are (about 10-15 cm tall plants).
  • Fertilize the soil using 100% organic potting soil or manure/ Fill a seedling tray with potting mix.
  • Soak seeds in 3% Panchagavya solution overnight for best results.
  • Plant seeds at a depth of 1/4th inch, and make sure the soil remains warm throughout the germination period.
  • Sow capsicum indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting.
  • Plant the seedlings in a space of about 30 cm apart.
  • Capsicums are suitable for growing in containers as well.

Germination time (average): The Capsicum germination period typically lasts 14 to 18 days.

Water & Sunlight needs: Capsicums/Chillies need moist soil but not overly wet

Partial sun/shade – around 3-4 hours of morning/evening sunlight with some afternoon shade 

How long for yield: Capsicum will be ready for harvest about 2 months from planting.

How much yield on an average: The annual yield from each plant is 3-4 Kg (average).

Common problems/diseases: Main pests that attack Capsicum are aphids and whiteflies. Treat them using organic pesticides like Neem oil.

Benefits of this:

  • Improves metabolism.
  • Good for your heart.
  • Lowers the risk of cancer.
  • Antioxidant Properties.
  • Improves immunity.
  • Relieves pain.
  • Cures iron deficiency.

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