Hot Pepper
Capsicumpubescens 'PI 593616'

Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
Species: pubescens (pew-BES-senz)
Cultivar: PI 593616

Height

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

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

Other details

Propagation Methods
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Seed Collecting

Days to Maturity

Soil pH requirements

Heat (Pungency)

Fruit Shape

Fruit Size
From seed; sow indoors before last frost

Fruit Color

Disease Resistance
Remove fleshy coating on seeds before storing
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Wear gloves to protect hands when handling seeds

Seed Type

Usage

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics

Water Requirements

Where to Grow