Hot peppers come in various shapes and heat levels, they are often used in spicy dishes.. Latin name is Capsicum frutescens.
How many peppers per plant
You can expect to get a 20-50 peppers per plant.
Companion plants
Some good companion plants for peppers are basil, okra, tomatoes.
Watering needs
Moderate, even watering
Climate preferences
Warm, sunny
Common pests & diseases
Spider mites, Whiteflies, Flea beetles
Space
Mature peppers can be between 1 and 2 ft wide.
You might need between 18 and 24 in of space around the plant(s).
Note: the information above should be used just as an overall guide. The exact values will depend on the variety, growing conditions, plant maturity, and will vary year over year. We hope this brings you useful information.
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