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    Garrett's Pepper, Medusa (2012-05-22) x 1 Planting Out

Plant: Chili pepper (Capsicum annuum longum group) | Variety: Medusa

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Dwarf, naturally compact, multi-colored Medusa Ornamental Pepper grows well indoors as a potted plant and as a bedding plant from spring through Christmas. These are sometimes referred to as Christmas Peppers. Produces 40 to 50 edible, non-burning, “child-safe” fruits per plant — up to 25% more than other varieties! Holds fruit well. A great addition to any garden!

Lighting: sun
Plant Height: 12-18"
Ground Condition: Well drained
Hardiness Zone: All

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Planting Data

Plant
Chili pepper (7254)
Variety
Medusa (17)

Purchased from Burgess Seed & Plant Co.

Garrett's Pepper, Medusa (2012-05-22) Care Instructions

Try for a seed spacing of at approx. 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) if planning to sow direct.

Chili pepper 'Medusa' normally tends to reach to a mature height of 45.72 cm [imperial: 1.49 feet] so ensure you have enough space in your garden for this plant.

Your garden has full sun light which is ideal for Chili pepper 'Medusa'.

Remember to water moderately.

Your garden's USDA Hardiness Zone (7b) is within the ideal range for Chili pepper 'Medusa'. The recommended range is between Zone 5 and 12.

Chili pepper 'Medusa' ideally needs a soil ph of 7.0 to 8.5 (neutral to alkaline soil), so check your soil acidity regularily.

Chili pepper problems include Bacterial Leaf Rot, Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Aphids, White Fly, and Nematodes, so keep a close eye out for any developing symptoms.

More information about Pepper, Medusa (2012-05-22) is available in the Folia gardener's wiki. All Pepper, Medusa (2012-05-22) Care Instructions have been kindly provided by our members.

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