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chilli 'Padron'
chillies or Capsicum annuum 'Padron'
A mid to early season chilli with a mild flavour. They form on a medium sized, bushy plant that will thrive in...
approx 150 seeds
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Plant description
A mid to early season chilli with a mild flavour. They form on a medium sized, bushy plant that will thrive in a big container. The fruits are often picked when they are small and green, approx 5cm long and fried in olive oil and sea salt, as in Spanish tapas, or alternatively the fruits can be left to mature and turn red.
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Frost tender
How to care for chilli Padron:
Grow under glass until after the last frost and when plants reach 20cm high, pinch out the tips to encourage more side shoots (and therefore more peppers). Feed regularly with high-potash tomato feed once the fruits begin to form.
Growing instructions:
Sow indoors from February to May. Sow 1cm deep in trays or alternatively two seeds per pot selecting the strongest seedling. Use multi purpose compost, to cover seeds. Plant out in a greenhouse April to June.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Irritant if eaten; skin/eye irritant
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