Mexican Red

Capsicumpubescens

Family
Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
Species
pubescens (pew-BES-senz)
Synonym
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure
Other Details
Other details
Propagation Methods
Sun to Partial Shade
Seed Collecting
Days to Maturity
Soil pH requirements
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Seed Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Late (more than 80 days)
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Platte City, Missouri

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Gardener's Notes:

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(Zone 5b) | February 2005 | positive

A rather compact C. pubescens the first year that produced only a few pods. An excellent 2nd year producer with good heat and underlying...Read More

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