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Ornamental Pepper 'Riot'

Capsicumannuum

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Family
Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
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Species
annuum (AN-yoo-um)
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Height

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Spacing
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Sun Exposure
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
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Propagation Methods
Full Sun
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Fruit Size
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Fruit Color

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Disease Resistance
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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Bloom Characteristics

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Water Requirements

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Where to Grow
Early (55-68 days)
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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | November 2004 | neutral

Compact, 10-12 inch plants are covered with upright yellow to red hot chili-like peppers. (60 day)

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