Capsicum 'King of the North'

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Capsicum 'King of the North'

from A$5.25

Capsicum annuum

  • Early set of green fruit that mature to lipstick red

  • Reliable in short seasons

  • Great sweet flavour

  • Thick walled, blocky 3-4 lobed bell capsicum.

Known for their ability to produce good size (7.5 – 10cm) red capsicums in cool, short growing seasons, ‘King of the North’ history stretches 80 or more years back. Excellent for fresh eating, stuffed, grilled and fried. Strong plants support heavy yield.

Certified Demeter Biodynamic and Certified Organic

SEED COUNT: 25 approx
Germination: Lot#19063 90% Apr 2024

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Seed Raising, Growing and Harvest Information

Plant Type Site Spacing Height Sowing
Depth
Days to
Germination
Days to
Maturity
Tender
Perennial
Full Sun 30-45cm apart
in rows 60-90cm apart
50cm 4mm 7-10 days
@ 30 degrees
55 days(Green)
68-70 days (Red)

TRANSPLANTS (recommended)- Sow seeds into shallow flats, 4 seeds/2.5cm about 8 weeks prior to transplanting. If possible, maintain soil temperatures at 27-32°C. Capsicum seeds germinate very slowly in cooler soil. When the first true leaves appear, transplant seedlings into 5cm cell-type containers or 10cm pots. Grow plants at approx. 21°C day and 16°C nights. Harden off plants by slightly reducing temperature to 15-18°C and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting.

Transplant out after frost when the soil is warm and weather is settled. Ideal seedlings have buds, but no open flowers. Set plants 30-45cm apart in rows 60-90cm apart, or 2 rows with 45cm between plants.

NOTE – 'Days to Maturity' are from transplant to green fruit. Fruit continues to mature on the plant to yellow. The flavour also sweetens as the fruit fully matures.