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Hot Pepper 'Ancho Gigantia'

Capsicumannuum

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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
annuum (AN-yoo-um)
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Height

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Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Other Details
Other details
Not Applicable
Propagation Methods
Full Sun
Seed Collecting
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Days to Maturity
White/Near White
Soil pH requirements
Blooms repeatedly
Heat (Pungency)

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Fruit Shape

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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
Seed Type

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Usage

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Foliage Color

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Bloom Characteristics
Vegetables
Water Requirements

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Where to Grow

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Regional

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

Boise City, Oklahoma

San Marcos, Texas

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berrygirl
Lakemont, GA (Zone 8a) | March 2007 | neutral

Sold as 'Ancho Gigantea'. This pepper is called 'Poblano' when fresh and green, and 'Ancho' when red and dried. Rated as sweet and a 2 on...Read More

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Farmerdill
Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | November 2004 | neutral

A 90 day 3 X 4 inch dark green to red heart shaped Mexican cultivar.

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