Description

• Chilli Surajmukhi is one of the most popular varieties of Chilli Seeds. The most important thing about Chilli Surajmukhi is that its fruits are not downwards but upwards towards the sky. Chilli Surajmukhi plants are not only popular for their Shape, and health benefits, but also popular for their medicinal properties.
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden Sowing season: Throughout the year Sowing method: Seedling transplant Germination Time: 6 to 10 days Germination temperature: 18˚C to 32˚C Harvesting time: 70 to 80 days from transplanting Plant vigor: Strong plant with short internodes
• Water – Chilli does not require too much water as compared to other plants, give water when the top layer of soil becomes dry but keep the soil moist not soggy.
• Soil – Use well-drained and fertile soil for planting chilli.
• Sunlight – Chilli plant sunlight requirements are at least 5-6 hours of direct sunlight.
• Temperature – Chilli pepper plants grow best in the air temperature range from 21 to 35°C.
• Common Pests and diseases – Aphids, cutworms, flea beetles, root-knot nematodes, and many more are found in chilli plants. Powdery mildew and bacterial leaf spot are some diseases that affect the whole chillies plant. To control these pests use neem oil in your chilli plants and use amino acids through sprays may be avoiding the injection of disease in chilli plants.