Pepper "Red Shovel": characteristics and description of the variety, reviews

There is a wide variety of red types of pepper, which sometimes a summer resident has a difficult choice - which variety to plant in his garden. Tasty and juicy Red Shovel pepper is considered to be a native of the south. This variety gives an early harvest, and is quite versatile in various harvestings.

Description and characteristics of the variety

Pepper has a large shape in the form of a shovel and ripens early enough. It grows with medium compact bushes from 55 to 80 cm. The stem of the plant is strong, but because of the abundant crop of the branch, it is recommended to tie it up. Ripe fruits can grow to palm size, flattened laterally in shape. By structure, pepper has thick walls of 8-10 mm in width. The weight of the fruit is up to 145 grams. When the plant reaches its maturity, the fruits acquire a bright red hue, and in the process of ripening dark green. Among bell peppers, this variety is considered one of the most successful, it takes root in the garden and is good for spins.

Pepper contains vitamins necessary for humans: B1, B2, B9, PP, N, as well as substances: calcium, potassium, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, iodine. It also contains ascorbic acid and lycopene, a natural oxidant responsible for the red color of the vegetable. Calorie content per 100 g is 27 kcal. The fruits of "Red Shovel" have a pronounced aroma and a sweet pepper taste. Due to its dense walls, this variety successfully tolerates transportation and does not lose its valuable qualities.

Cultivation and care

"Red Shovel" is perfect for growing, both in the greenhouse and in the open area. The variety positively perceives watering and fertilizing fertilizers. It is recommended to germinate seeds for seedlings in advance starting from the end of February approximately 55-70 days before planting in the garden or in the greenhouse. The seeds adapt well to a temperature of 26-28 ° C, and plant them in medium-sized pots to a depth of 1.5-2 cm. When the plant forms the first 1-2 leaves, it needs to be dived.

It's important to know: When growing seedlings, it is worthwhile to ensure that there are no extraneous drafts or cold from the window, otherwise the plant may slow down in growth.

Already in early May, peppers can be planted in hotbeds, and in early June in open ground, when there will no longer be a threat of frost. Wells for plants are dug at a distance of 40 cm from each other. The result is 1 sq. Km. m 3-5 plants. Harvesting occurs in early August and mid-September. With 1 sq. m you can collect up to 6.5 kg of peppers.

Growing Tips

1. It is recommended to plant pepper in open ground on cloudy days or in the afternoon at a temperature of 18 ° C, when there is a low probability of a plant getting a sunburn.
2. The first feeding is carried out on the 13-14th day after planting the vegetable on the garden, and the second feeding on the 10th day after the first watering with fertilizers.
3. A sweet variety of bell pepper is not recommended to be planted nearby with bitter varieties, since when pollinated, the plant may acquire bitterness from its “neighbor”.

Attention: In order for the plant to be pollinated favorably by bees, insect baits should be placed, for example, between the rows of parsley, apple skins or coriander.

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Reviews

Maria

I am an experienced summer resident and really like to grow the Red Shovel variety. I advise everyone in the autumn after harvesting to dig up strong bushes and plant them in pots at home.An additional winter crop was obtained.

Stepan

Very productive and unpretentious plant. Despite the large volume of fruits, it turned out to be convenient to preserve them.

Basil

This is the third time I've planted this variety. And every year I get a wonderful harvest. This pepper has never failed me. The fruits are beautiful and very tasty.

Red Shovel pepper was very easy to grow. Even a novice can get a rich harvest from this variety. Appetizing red fruits will delight absolutely every summer resident who decides to grow them in their garden.

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