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Growing Corno Di Toro Rosso Peppers in the Vegetable Garden

To plant these peppers, you will need to start the planting process about 6-8 weeks before your area’s last frost date. Plant the seeds about 0.25 inches deep in either a well-draining soil or in a seed starting mix like Minute Soil Coco Clair. The pH of the soil should be about 6.5. Plant the seeds in this soil in a seed starting tray and keep it in a very warm area, somewhere around 80-90 F. You can use a grow light to keep this area warmer. The seedlings should emerge within 7-10 days. Once the plants are about 6-8 inches tall, you can start the process to harden them off by moving them to a cooler area, around 70 F, to prepare them for being outside! Choose a nice sunny location in your garden or in pots for your plants. Make sure to cover the roots completely as you are planting the seedlings. Space them about 12-18 inches apart and space rows 2-3 feet apart. Try to choose an area of your garden that has not been used for other nightshades recently. Make sure you aren’t planting hot and sweet pepper varieties close to each other to avoid cross-pollination.

Keep a close eye on your peppers throughout the growing process to make sure they are healthy and growing correctly! You should be watering them consistently. The soil should be moist beneath the surface, but make sure not to overwater them. You can stick your finger in the soil to see how the moisture levels are beneath the surface. Sprinkling mulch around the base of the plant can help retain moisture and can also help with suppressing weeds. If your pepper plants get tall, you may need to provide them with stakes or a cage to support the weight of the fruit. You can try giving your plants a fertilizer full of phosphorus and calcium to help promote their growth. Companion planting with plants like marigolds and basil can help keep pests away and bring pollinators to your garden. Keep an eye out for pests or diseases and make sure to address them immediately if you see signs.

Harvesting Corno Di Toro Rosso Peppers

You'll know your peppers are ready for harvest when they are about 8-10 inches long. They will be a bright red or green color. When you’re harvesting, use a pair of scissors or a knife to cut the peppers off the plant, leaving a small stem. Make sure you’re gentle and don’t damage the plant. They’ll be ready somewhere between 75-100 days after transplanting.

About Corno Di Toro Rosso Pepper Garden Seeds

These peppers probably originated in Italy. Their name translates to “Horn of the Bull” in Italian, which is probably referencing their horn-like shape. This is an heirloom variety and has probably been enjoyed by generations! It is grown for its uses in the kitchen, but it’s also a lovely addition to a garden or even a kitchen windowsill.

This is a pretty compact variety - it can be grown in smaller spaces for gardeners who have less space. It can be grown in hanging baskets or pots, but it can also be grown in traditional gardens or raised beds.

Even though they’re sweet, these peppers have a mild heat level, ranging from 0-155 Scoville Heat Units. It has a peppery flavor with a little bit of sweetness. It can be used for fresh eating, or it can be cooked in many different dishes. You can even try pickling these peppers!

Tips From Our Gardeners

"Try pinching off the first few flowers that come up on the plant. This will help the plant to focus its energy on its leaves and fruit, which will make the plant fruit more later in the season!"

- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer

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Corno Di Toro Rosso Pepper Seeds Per Package:

• 300 mg packet - Approximately 50 Seeds
• 0.25 oz - Approximately 1,250 Seeds
• 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 5,000 Seeds
• 4 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 20,000 Seeds
• 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 80,000 Seeds

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