Chilli Big Jim

CHILLI: BIG JIM

( CAPSICUM ANNUUM )

HEAT LEVEL: MILD

Large red chillies up to 25cm long with a mild flavour which makes them perfect for stuffing or pizza topping.

Prolific producer.

Prefers a warm spot in a glasshouse or polytunnel if grown in a cool climate.

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: SEP – DEC

Temperate: AUG – JAN

Sub – Tropical: JUL – APR

Tropical: ALL YEAR

Arid: AUG – JAN

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 5.5 – 7

Rich, well-drained friable soil.

Avoid high nitrogen fertilisers.

GROWING TIPS

10-21 days till germination 6mm deep.

Transplant 45cm apart in full sun and keep moist.

Avoid high nitrogen fertilisers or leaf growth will be promoted over fruit.

Prefers warmer temperatures.

DAYS TO HARVEST

85 Days

APPROX 25 SEEDS