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Hot Pepper 'Zimbabwe Bird'

Capsicumfrutescens

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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
frutescens (froo-TESS-enz)
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Height

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Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Sun Exposure
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
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Propagation Methods
Full Sun
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Heat (Pungency)

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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
Late (more than 80 days)
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