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Capsicumannuum 'Bellingrath Gardens'

Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
Species: annuum (AN-yoo-um)
Cultivar: Bellingrath Gardens

Height

Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Sun Exposure
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)

Other details
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Propagation Methods
Full Sun

Seed Collecting
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Days to Maturity
Lavender

Soil pH requirements
Blooms repeatedly

Heat (Pungency)
Smooth

Fruit Shape

Fruit Size
From seed; sow indoors before last frost

Fruit Color

Disease Resistance
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored

Seed Type

Usage

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Shrubs

Water Requirements

Where to Grow
Late (more than 80 days)