Chilli 'Medusa'
Capsicum annuum 'Medusa'
Also known as
Ornamental Chilli, Brandrissie (Afr.)
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Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Tender
13b
USDA zone
18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 50cm |
30cm | Min | 30cm |
Flowering
-
spring
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summer
-
autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
Chilli 'Medusa' Overview
Medusa chillies are a type of sweet, ornamental chilli pepper which grows upright, brightly colored fruit, which is long and thin, producing a "hair of snakes" look that attributed to Medusa in Greek mythology.
Common problems with Chilli 'Medusa'
Generally problem free.
How to harvest Chilli 'Medusa'
Harvest red fruit as needed.
How to propagate Chilli 'Medusa'
Seed
Sow seed into trays in late spring, germination needs temeratures of 20 degrees celcius, soak in water before sowing at 1cm depth in well drained medium, germination takes from 3-5 weeks.
Edibles to Sow Under Cover in November
Grow these on a sunny windowsill or heated propagator for winter picking.
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Edibles to Sow Under Cover in December
Grow these on a sunny windowsill or in a heated propagator for winter picking.
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