Chilli Devil’s Brew

Chilli Devil’s Brew (Capsicum annuum) – supposed to be “scorching hot”.  I wait in hope.  They are bushy, prolific plants. Will produce a mix of red, orange, yellow chillies. Long, slender, very hot.

 

Chilli Devil’s Brew Growing Guide

Sow (when, temp, soil, location)

• suited to containers
• sow directly into final position or into punnets
• sow 5cm deep
• Thin when about 5cm in height
• transplant when 7-10cm high (if in punnets)
• full sun

 

Harvest/Germination

• germinate: 7-21 days
• harvest: 10-14 weeks
• harvest by cutting stem approx. 2cm above pepper

 

Care/Watering

• water regularly till established then..
• occasionally only when plants mature (do not let dry out but do not overwater)
• mulch to retain moisture
• liquid fertiliser occasionally
• protect from frost

 

Companions

basil, carrot, eggplant, geraniums, marjoram, okra, onion, parsley, petunias, sunflower, tomato,

 

Enemies

apricot, beans, brussel sprouts, fennel, kale,

 

Other Notes

• can be frozen

 

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Our Chilli Devil’s Brew Progress

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