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Capsicum annuum 'Fresno Pepper'
Pepper, Fresno Pepper
You the logo for the Chili's restaurant chain? This is it. Conical-shaped fruits are thin walled, avg. 4" long, and ripen to a bright red. Their flavor is sweet, mildly hot, and very good. Excellent for fresh use, stir fries, sautéing, and hot sauce.
- Thick-walled chile with bright fruity heat
- Hot pepper, usually hotter than jalapeño
- Best harvested red for full flavor
- Excellent fresh salsa, roasting, or hot sauce
- Category: Vegetables
- Breeder: Clarence Brown Hamlin
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 24-36 in
- Spread: 18-24 in
- Spacing: 18 in
- Temperature: 50 to 95°F
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Capsicum annuum 'Fresno Pepper'
Peppers need full sun, warm soil, and steady feeding for best yields. Transplant only after nights stay warm, mulch to conserve moisture, and avoid overwatering. Harvest sweet peppers at size or full color; hot peppers often intensify in flavor as they ripen.