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Capsicumpubescens 'Grif 9345'

Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
Species: pubescens (pew-BES-senz)
Cultivar: Grif 9345

Height

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)

Spacing

18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Sun Exposure

Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Other details

Unknown

Propagation Methods

From seed; sow indoors before last frost

Seed Collecting

Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored

Days to Maturity

Unknown

Soil pH requirements

6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)

Heat (Pungency)

Unknown

Fruit Shape

Unknown

Fruit Size

Unknown

Fruit Color

Green changing to red

Disease Resistance

Unknown

Seed Type

Open-pollinated

Usage

Fresh (salsa, salads)
Drying
Pickling

Foliage Color

Unknown

Bloom Characteristics

Unknown

Water Requirements

Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater

Where to Grow

Can be grown as an annual