Milena – Bell Pepper Seed
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Description
Milena is an exceptional F1 hybrid bell pepper variety known for its large, blocky, and thick-walled fruits that deliver a perfect balance of sweetness and flavor. This high-yielding variety produces vibrant, glossy peppers that ripen from green to a beautiful red, making them ideal for both fresh and cooked applications. Milena peppers are perfect for slicing into salads, stuffing, or grilling, and they also add a rich, sweet flavor to sauces and stir-fries. As an F1 hybrid, Milena offers uniform growth, disease resistance, and high productivity, making it a top choice for home gardeners and commercial growers alike. The plants are vigorous and adaptable, ensuring a reliable and abundant harvest throughout the growing season.
Features:
- Sweet and Crisp Flavor: Milena peppers offer a sweet, mild flavor with a crisp texture, making them versatile for a variety of culinary uses.
- F1 Hybrid: As an F1 hybrid, this variety provides consistent growth, uniform fruit development, and resistance to common pepper diseases, ensuring a successful harvest.
- Large, Blocky Peppers: Milena peppers grow into large, thick-walled fruits that are perfect for slicing, stuffing, or grilling.
- High Yield: Known for producing a high volume of peppers per plant, this variety is ideal for gardeners looking for maximum harvests.
- Vibrant Color: Ripening from green to a glossy red, Milena peppers add beautiful color to both the garden and your culinary creations.
- Disease Resistance: Milena is bred for resistance to common pepper diseases, ensuring healthy plants and a productive harvest.
Specifications:
- Growth Cycle: 70–80 days to maturity (from transplant)
- Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Watering Requirements: Regular watering to maintain consistent moisture, especially during fruit set and development.
- Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart for optimal growth and airflow.
- Harvesting: Harvest when peppers are fully ripened to red for the most intense flavor. Can also be harvested when green for a milder taste.
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, mild, and crisp with a juicy texture, making it perfect for raw or cooked dishes.
- Plant Type: Annual (F1 Hybrid)
