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Hot Peppers - Jalapeno M
Peppers use quite a bit of water but prefer to be watered deeply and not too often. Note: To get a jump on the season transplant outside, use a walls-of-water or some black plastic to maintain and increase temperatures. Transplant outside in the spring 3 to 4 weeks after last frost date. Jalapeno M has fruit that is slightly larger than Early Jalapeno and it is the most popular variety in Mexico. Use gloves and do not touch any other part of the body after harvesting. The Pepper Jalapeno M, 'Capsicum annuum' is popular for Tex-Mex dishes and for pickling. Jalapeno M is the hot pepper every one knows. Plant in average garden soil with sufficient organic matter. The fruit grows to a length of three inches. Wash your hands immediately. To promote increased production, pick peppers regularly. The dark green fruits can be left on the bush to mature to a fiery red color. ... additional info
Tomato - Sunsugar They need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Tomatoes prefer well drained soil that is high in organic matter. The Tomato Sunsugar, 'Lycopersicon lycopersicum', produces beautiful golden cherry tomatos with very sweet taste. In warm winter/hot summer areas, tomatoes can be planted in early fall for winter harvest. Soak to depth of 6 to 10 inches when watering. This delicious yellow cherry tomato is not only the best tasting cherry tomato ever, but it is also an excellent source of beta-carotene which is converted to vitamin A in your body. Tomatoes need at least 1 inch of water a week. They have good crack resistance, but they still retain a thin skin. The tall growing plants set loads of golden fruits filled with sweetness and Vitamin A, four times the amout in the usual red tomato. Tomatoes should be planted outside after the last average frost date. You will need to to tie and stake this prolific plant. |
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