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Sweet pepper 'Socrates x3r hybrid'

Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Grossum Group)

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Socrates x3r hybrid is a variety of Sweet pepper which is a member of the Capsicum family. Its botanical name is Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Grossum Group) 'Socrates x3r hybrid'.

Very large four lobed, thick walled pepper with a delicious flavor. Green to red. Virus resistant.

This variety is an Vegetable that typically grows as an Annual, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of a single year. Socrates x3r hybrid is known for growing to a height of approximately 1.79 feet (that's 55.0 cm in metric).

Socrates x3r hybrid Sweet pepper is normally fairly low maintenance and quite easy to grow, as long as a level of basic care is provided throughout the year. Being aware of the basic soil, sun and water preferences will result in a happier and healthier plant.

This plant info is provided by the myfolia gardener's wiki. All details about Sweet pepper 'Socrates x3r hybrid' have been kindly provided by our members.

How to grow Sweet pepper 'Socrates x3r hybrid'

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Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Socrates x3r hybrid is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. The USDA Hardiness Zones typically associated with Socrates x3r hybrid are Zone 4 and Zone 11. Socrates x3r hybrid needs a soil ph of 5.5 to 7.5 (weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Growing Socrates x3r hybrid from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.25 inches (0.64 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 20°C / 68°F.

Transplanting Socrates x3r hybrid

Socrates x3r hybrid is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Socrates x3r hybrid

Sweet pepper 'Socrates x3r hybrid' information

Lifecycle The lifecycle that Socrates x3r hybrid exhibits. Annual Category The category for the Socrates x3r hybrid plant. Vegetable
Hardiness Is Socrates x3r hybrid frost hardy? Tender
Mature Height How tall does Socrates x3r hybrid grow? 55.0 cm / 1.79 feet Mature Spread How wide does Socrates x3r hybrid grow? 30.0 cm / 11.7 inches
USDA Zone Range What zones does Socrates x3r hybrid grow best in? Zone 4 - Zone 11 pH Range The level of acidity for Socrates x3r hybrid. 5.5 - 7.5
Sun How much sunlight does Socrates x3r hybrid need to grow? Full Sun
Water Requirements How much water does Socrates x3r hybrid require? Medium Nitrogen Requirements How much nitrogen fertiliser does Socrates x3r hybrid need? Medium
Ideal Germination Temperature Range What temperatures does Socrates x3r hybrid need in order to germinate? 20°C / 68°F to 30°C / 86°F Growing Temperatures What temperatures are best to grow Socrates x3r hybrid in? Help build our wiki! to Help build our wiki!
Sowing Depth How deep to plant Socrates x3r hybrid? 0.64 cm / 0.25 inches
Sowing Distance Apart How far apart to sow Socrates x3r hybrid 2.5 cm / 0.98 inches
Edible? Is Socrates x3r hybrid edible? edible

How long does Socrates x3r hybrid take to grow?

These estimates for how long Sweet pepper 'Socrates x3r hybrid' takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world. Start logging and journaling your observations to participate!

Days to Germination How long does it take Socrates x3r hybrid to germinate? 11 days Average 11 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Socrates x3r hybrid? + 47 days Average 47 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Days to Maturity How long until Socrates x3r hybrid is ready for harvest / bloom? + 108 days Average 108 days | Min days | Max days (0)
Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Socrates x3r hybrid? = 166 days

Other Names for Sweet pepper 'Socrates x3r hybrid'

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