Hangjiao 3- Solar Flare Hot Pepper From Space
Hangjiao 3, also known as Solar Flare, is a cayenne-type, yellow colored chili pepper that is known for its high yield and compact growth habit. Here is a breakdown of its characteristics:
- Latin name: Capsicum annuum - Scoville rating: 5,000-10,000 (medium heat)- Days to harvest: around 80-90 days from transplanting- Height of plant: grows up to 50-60 cm in a pot- Leaf color: not specified- Size of fruit: about 2 cm wide and 20 cm long, with some fruit curling and others being almost straight- Color of fruit and color at maturity: ripens from green to bright orange- Flavor characteristics: has a medium heat level that is just above medium, and when dried and powdered, it makes a tasty spice to add flavor to different dishes- Other interesting facts: Hangjiao 3/Solar Flare is a unique space chili pepper variety that is easy to grow even in small pots, making it a great choice for those with limited space. It is also known for its striking appearance, with its bright yellow-orange color and unusual curling or twisting shapes.
In 1987 Jiang Xingcun, a scientist with the Chinese Academy of Sciences, discovered that sending vegetable seeds including chilli seeds into space can increase the mutation rates by hundreds of times. This method resulted in increased size of the chillies and improved yield. Solar Flare is one of these new peppers
Start indoors 10-14 weeks prior to last frost. Transplant to 4 inch pots when true leaves appear. Requires hardening. Transplant seedlings 24-36 inches apart in well-draining loamy soil. Water regularly. Harvest peppers with gloves when deep red and wrinkled |
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