Pepper "Biryuza": characteristics and description of the variety

The "Biryuza" variety is mid-season. It takes 70-80 days from planting the seedlings to the first fruits. They are considered ripe when they have turned dark green. However, if you are patient and wait until they reach biological maturity, you can harvest rich red fruits weighing 150-170 grams. The bright color indicates beneficial properties. The pepper grows up to 10 cm in length, and with proper care, the wall thickness can reach 1 cm. It has a cuboid shape.

The plant grows well both in greenhouses and hotbeds, as well as in the open ground. It is very demanding of soil. In dense soil, it will, at a minimum, stop growing and drop flowers and buds. At worst, it will rot and die. Therefore, mulching and adequate moisture are essential for a future harvest.
The variety is recommended for cultivation everywhere.

Seed preparation

Sow seeds in the last ten days of February or early March. For seedlings, it's best to prepare the seeds in advance. First, soak them in a potassium permanganate solution for 20-30 minutes and let them dry. Then, soak them again for about 10 minutes in a brine solution consisting of 1 liter of water and 2 tablespoons of salt. Rinse and dry any seeds that sink to the bottom. Discard any that float to the surface.

The next step is soaking the seeds in a stimulating solution of ash or humic acids. Once they sprout, they are planted in the substrate at a depth of 1 cm, spaced every 2-3 cm. The soil for the substrate is a mixture of humus and compost in a 1:1 ratio. With intense light and a temperature of at least 20 degrees Celsius, seedlings will appear in a couple of weeks.

Transplanting

It's best to begin planting once the danger of frost has passed, depending on your climate zone. When planting outdoors or in a greenhouse, consider the spreading and low-growing nature of the bush and adhere to the following pattern: space the plants approximately 30-35 cm apart, and rows approximately 40 cm apart. This means you'll get about six plants per square meter.

The plant should be richly green and at least 25 cm tall. Avoid burying the roots too deep, as this can damage the root collar and ruin the entire harvest. After planting, it's important to water the plant thoroughly.

Caring for Turquoise

To get a rich harvest, you need to take into account the characteristics of the variety:

• "Turquoise" does not like either over-drying or over-watering of the soil;
• You need to water strictly at the roots, the water should be warm and settled;
• It's better to mulch the soil under peppers rather than loosen it. This will help avoid damaging the shallow root system;
• good lighting is required, so the bush must be shaped by pinching weak shoots, removing side shoots and leaves that have grown below the main branching of the stem;
• As the fruits grow and ripen, the peppers are tied up to prevent the branches from breaking.

Peppers aren't particularly popular among amateur gardeners. But those who've ventured into planting them for the first time have rightfully appreciated the crop. Many plant them annually, using both store-bought seeds and those harvested from peppers.

The "Biryuza" variety is versatile. Green fruits can be used for stuffing, but it's best to wait until they're biologically ripe for canning. They're also delicious fresh. Freezing preserves their flavor and subtle peppery aroma.

It is resistant to potato virus and tobacco mosaic virus. The variety is excellent for transportation and meets market requirements. The crop is very tolerant of temperature fluctuations.