Ivanhoe Pepper: Variety Characteristics and Reviews

Dishes made with sweet peppers not only decorate any table, but also enrich it with vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial substances all year round. Its rich flavor provides an unforgettable experience even for the most discerning gourmets. This is why gardeners have turned their attention to it. One of the favorites is the "Ivanhoe" pepper, which is also one of the early varieties of this crop.

Description

The fruits of the crop can already be observed a hundred days after planting. They are smooth, cone-shaped, but not The peppers are elongated. Each one weighs between 90 and 130 grams. The walls are 8-9 mm thick, making the peppers juicy and fleshy. As they ripen, they acquire a yellowish-cream hue; closer to harvest, the peppers turn red. Experienced gardeners can harvest up to 8,000-10,000 kilograms of Ivanhoe peppers from a single hectare.

Beneficial properties

The taste of this crop captivates you forever: the vegetable is juicy, sweet, and aromatic. Peppers are enriched with minerals and vitamins that are so beneficial for health:

• potassium;
• phosphorus;
• magnesium;
• sodium;
• calcium;
• B vitamins;
• vitamins – C, A, E.

Of course, both gardeners and nutritionists recommend eating peppers raw, but even cooking them preserves some of their beneficial nutrients. And their high vitamin C content makes them a favorite in winter, even in salads. Moreover, the vegetable pairs well with virtually any food.

Distinguishing qualities

Peppers transport well and can be stored in cool cellars for a long time. This variety is resistant to many vegetable diseases. However, extreme weather conditions can have a detrimental effect on it. Therefore, experienced gardeners recommend growing the Ivanhoe pepper in a greenhouse.

Landing conditions

Since this vegetable is a southern fruit, it's planted in its native soil as early as early February. Therefore, in cooler climates, peppers need exactly one season to ripen. Experienced gardeners have compensated for this missing growing season by planting peppers from seedlings. This allows for additional ripening time and the possibility of an early harvest. Before planting, carefully select the seeds, which are then soaked in a light solution of potassium permanganate for 15-20 minutes. After drying, place the seeds in a separate container with soil, where they will sprout within a couple of weeks. The strongest ones should be transplanted into individual plastic cups.

Before transplanting the peppers, prepare the soil thoroughly: remove weeds deeply, loosen it well, and fertilize if possible. Seedlings are usually transplanted into the ground 60 days after sowing the seeds. The distance between the holes can be small (25 cm), as the Ivanhoe pepper tolerates dense planting. In colder climates, it's best to plant pepper seeds in late winter and transplant the seedlings into the ground in early summer.

The soil for planting should be in a new location each year. It can be planted in areas previously occupied by cabbage or grains/legumes. However, it's best not to risk planting in soil previously occupied by garden crops such as potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, or zucchini. Peppers should not be returned to their original location for at least three years. It's best if the soil in the garden contains not only plenty of peat but also manure, humus, sawdust, and sand.

Growing from seedlings is a necessary, not a natural, measure, so the Ivanhoe pepper does not transplant well. Beginner gardeners should proceed with extreme caution to avoid damaging the roots and stems of young shoots. Clear, sunny weather is best, despite greenhouse conditions, but planting should be done in the evening.

Care

Nothing should grow near the pepper plant; it doesn't like it. The holes should be well-loosened and moist. The seedlings' leaves shouldn't be positioned too high above the ground; 1.5-2 cm is sufficient. During the growing process, this crop shouldn't be neglected at all. The holes should be loosened regularly, watered, and fertilized. The first fertilizing should be done at a temperature of at least 20°C. During the plant's active life, the soil should be thoroughly loosened 4-5 times and hilled once. This allows the soil to be oxygenated and removes weeds. Peppers love moisture, but there is a watering schedule for them:

• when planting in open ground;
• 5 days after the pepper was transplanted;
• at least 10 days before you plan to harvest;
• water the remaining bushes after harvesting the fruits.

For fertilizer, you can choose "Energen Extra" in capsules. Keep the Ivanhoe pepper away from aphids, mites, and spider mites. These can be controlled with a soap solution or ash. Rinse all the leaves of the plant with the soap solution under a stream or from a watering can. Be sure to also rinse the soil around the plant to remove any pests.

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Wood ash treatment is done as follows: dilute a cup of the solution in 4.5-5 liters of water and let it steep for half a day, then thoroughly spray the leaves. Products such as Fitoverm and Actellic will help get rid of mites.

Reviews

Gardeners' reviews of the Ivanhoe pepper are always positive, although it is not so easy to care for.

Svetlana

"At first, I couldn't connect with this pepper. But gradually, my friendship with it blossomed, and I realized how capricious it is and what exactly it needs. Now, it's my favorite crop, always on our table."

Galina

"I try to grow Ivanhoe peppers without any chemicals. The most I use is a soap solution. Since my garden is small, I process everything by hand, including the pepper foliage. This is when the peppers are most beneficial for our table."

Tatiana

"The 'Ivanhoe' pepper is the juiciest of all the pepper varieties I know. I've even managed to grow it in a greenhouse in Siberia. It requires a lot of attention from the grower, but it's not a burden, and the effort is ultimately rewarded with a high yield."

Lily

"The high pepper yield amazes me every year. It would seem like there's plenty of foliage on the bushes, but there's still room for the fruit! Of course, you can't forget to care for it and spend time fighting pests."