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Capsicum 'Lipstick'
Capsicum 'Lipstick'
Capsicum annuum
Bright red, SWEET capsicum with thick flesh, ‘Lipstick’ is a great choice for growers in cooler climates. With good fruit set that is early in maturing from green to red, we were impressed with the heavy yields in the open field in cooler summer weather. 10cm long by 3cm wide pointed end fruit. One of the sweetest we have tasted. The flavour and texture make ‘Lipstick’ excellent for salsa, salads, cooking, and roasting.
SEED COUNT: 20 approx
Germination: Lot#19074 86% Apr 2024
Seed Raising, Growing and Harvest Information
| Plant Type | Site | Spacing | Height | Sowing Depth |
Days to Germination |
Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tender Perennial |
Full Sun | 30-45cm apart in rows 60-90cm apart |
50cm | 4mm | 7-10 days @ 30 degrees |
55 days(Green) 70 days (Red) |
TRANSPLANTS (recommended)- Sow seeds into shallow flats, 4 seeds/2.5cm about 8 weeks prior to transplanting. If possible, maintain soil temperatures at 27-32°C. Capsicum seeds germinate very slowly in cooler soil. When the first true leaves appear, transplant seedlings into 5cm cell-type containers or 10cm pots. Grow plants at approx. 21°C day and 16°C nights. Harden off plants by slightly reducing temperature to 15-18°C and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting.
Transplant out after frost when the soil is warm and weather is settled. Ideal seedlings have buds, but no open flowers. Set plants 30-45cm apart in rows 60-90cm apart, or 2 rows with 45cm between plants.
NOTE – 'Days to Maturity' are from transplant to green fruit. Fruit continues to mature on the plant to yellow. The flavour also sweetens as the fruit fully matures.
