Description
Mahyco Chilli Sierra Seeds are a popular choice among farmers and home gardeners for their high yield, disease resistance, and adaptability. These hybrid seeds produce a bountiful crop of dark green, shiny red chillies that are perfect for adding a touch of spice to your meals.
Benefits:
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Fresh, homegrown chillies are always tastier and more flavorful than store-bought varieties.
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You'll save money on your grocery bill by growing your chillies.
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You'll have the satisfaction of knowing exactly how your food was grown.
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Chilli peppers are a good source of vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin A, and potassium.
If you're looking for a high-yielding, disease-resistant chilli variety, Mahyco Chilli Sierra Seeds are a great option. These seeds are easy to grow and will provide you with a bountiful harvest of delicious chillies.
Here are some additional details about Mahyco Chilli Sierra Seeds:
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Seed count: 10 grams per packet
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Days to maturity: 70-80 days
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Planting season: Spring and summer
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Growing conditions: Full sun
Key Features:
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High yielding: The Sierra variety is known for its impressive yield, producing significantly more chillies than other varieties.
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Disease resistant: These seeds are resistant to common chilli diseases like powdery mildew, ensuring a healthy and productive crop.
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Drought tolerant: The Sierra variety can withstand periods of drought, making it a great choice for areas with limited water availability.
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Medium pungency: The chillies produced from these seeds have a moderate level of spiciness, making them suitable for a wide range of culinary uses.
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Excellent rejuvenation capacity: The Sierra plants have the ability to regrow after being harvested, allowing you to enjoy multiple harvests from a single planting.
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Short plant type: The Sierra plants are compact and bushy, making them ideal for growing in small spaces or containers.
Land Preparation:
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Number of ploughings: 2-3 ploughings are generally recommended to achieve fine tilth.
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Depth of ploughing: The first ploughing should be deep (18-20 cm) to break the hardpan and improve drainage. Subsequent ploughings can be shallower (10-12 cm).
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Timing: Ploughing is best done during the summer months (April-May) to allow the soil to dry and aerate.
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Moisture content: Ideally, the soil should have moderate moisture content during ploughing. Avoid ploughing when the soil is too wet or dry.
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After ploughing, remove all weeds, stones, and other debris from the field. This will prevent competition for resources and facilitate smooth land leveling.
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Incorporate well-decomposed farmyard manure (FYM) or compost at 15-20 tons per acre at the time of final ploughing. This improves soil fertility, water holding capacity, and soil structure.
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Incorporate well-decomposed farmyard manure (FYM) or compost at 15-20 tons per acre at the time of final ploughing. This improves soil fertility, water holding capacity, and soil structure.
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Apply a basal dose of fertilizers based on soil test recommendations. A general recommendation is 40 kg nitrogen, 60 kg phosphorus, and 40 kg potassium per acre.
Sowing
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Sow of Chilli seeds in a well-drained seedbed with fertile soil.
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Sow seeds thinly, about 2-3 cm apart.
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Cover the seeds lightly with the soil.
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Water the seedbed regularly and keep it moist.
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MAHYCO SIERRA Chilli Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.
Transplanting:
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Transplant MAHYCO SIERRA Chilli seedlings to the field when they are 4-5 weeks old and have 4-5 true leaves.
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Harden off seedlings for a week before transplanting by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions.
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Prepare the field by tilling, levelling, and making planting holes.
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Space the plants 45-60 cm apart in rows that are 60-75 cm apart.
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Make sure the roots are not bent when planting.
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Water the plants thoroughly after transplanting.
Harvesting:
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MAHYCO SIERRA Chillis are ready for harvest when they reach full color and size.
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Ripe MAHYCO SIERRA Chilli
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Use sharp scissors or pruners to harvest the chillies.
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Cut the stem about 1 cm above the fruit.
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Harvest chillies regularly, as this will encourage further fruiting.
Storage:
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Fresh MAHYCO SIERRA Chilli can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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MAHYCO SIERRA Chilli stored in refrigerator
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Wash chillies gently before storing them.
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Place MAHYCO SIERRA Chilli in a plastic bag and remove as much air as possible.
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Alternatively, chillies can be dried or frozen for longer storage.
Drying of MAHYCO SIERRA Chilli :
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Wash chillies and remove stems.
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Slice chillies into thin strips or leave them whole.
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Spread chillies on a clean drying rack or on trays in a well-ventilated area.
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Drying chillies
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Turn chillies regularly to ensure even drying.
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Chillies are dry when they are brittle and break easily.