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Chili Peppers |
| Capsicum spp. |
| Red finger sized dried fruit on woody stems. |
| Annual |
| Common Names |
Ornamental Pepper |
| Height |
24 inches. |
| Cultivar |
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| Propagation |
By seed at 70°F, do not cover as it needs light to germinate. |
| Cultivation |
Full sun in average soil. |
| Disease |
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| Harvest |
Cut Chili Peppers when fruit is bright red. |
| Drying |
Hang Chili Peppers upside down in dry, dark, open, airy place. |
| Uses |
Impressive 'red' dried flower accent. Have seen beautiful dried chili pepper wreaths. |
| Comments |
Some varieties of Chili Peppers can be very hot (be careful with small children). |
| Notes |
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