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[Extreme heat] [C. Chinense] Bella Pianta superhot, medium-high, suited to ornamental as well as culinary use heat.
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Bella Pianta Seeds produce a superhot variety belonging to the species Capsicum chinense, with small, ornamental fruits, a plant valued also for its decorative look.
plant grows 60-100 cm and produces small, ornamental fruits, a plant valued also for its decorative look.
sowing should be done between February and March in a heated seedbed at 26-28°C: germination is slow, taking 2 to 5 weeks, and benefits from constant light.
transplanting takes place once seedlings have 4-6 true leaves and night temperatures are above 15°C, in full sun and fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
it should be watered regularly without waterlogging, and benefits from potassium-rich feeding during flowering to favor fruit set and heat.
it can be prone to aphids and spider mites under protected cultivation, as well as root rot in case of excess moisture.
the fruits have an medium-high, suited to ornamental as well as culinary use heat level, suited to hot sauces for true enthusiasts, handle with gloves.
like all chili peppers, it is rich in capsaicin, vitamin C and antioxidants, with metabolism-stimulating properties.