Sarpan 4444 Chilli Seeds is a high-yielding, hybrid chilli variety that is popular among farmers for its high pungency, attractive dark green glossy fruits, and resistance to diseases. It is a vigorous plant with a bushy and elastic growth habit. The fruits are long, measuring 7-8 cm long and 0.8-1.2 cm in breadth. They mature in 55-60 days for fresh green harvest and 90-100 days for red harvest.

Key features

High-yielding variety
Attractive dark green glossy fruits
Long fruits (7-8 cm)
High pungency
Resistant to diseases
Vigorous plant with a bushy and elastic growth habit
Matures in 55-60 days for fresh green harvest and 90-100 days for red harvest

Benefits

High yield of chillies
Attractive and marketable fruits
Sarpan 4444 Chilli Seeds is High pungency, ideal for making chilli powder and other spicy products
Resistant to diseases, which reduces the need for pesticides
Vigorous plant that is easy to grow
Short maturity period, allowing for multiple harvests in a season

Land Preparation:

Number of ploughings: 2-3 are generally recommended to achieve a fine tilth.
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).
Timing: Ploughing is best done during the summer months (April-May) to allow the soil to dry and aerate.
Moisture content: Ideally, the soil should have moderate moisture content during ploughing. Avoid ploughing when the soil is too wet or dry.
After ploughing, remove all weeds, stones, and other debris from the field. This will prevent competition for resources and facilitate smooth land levelling.
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.
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.
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

Sow Sarpan 4444 Chilli Seeds seeds in a well-drained seedbed with fertile soil.
Sow seeds thinly, about 2-3 cm (about 1.18 in) apart.
Cover the seeds lightly with soil.
Water the seedbed regularly and keep it moist.
Sarpan 4444 Chilli Seeds Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days.

Transplanting:

Transplant Sarpan 4444 Chilli Seeds seedlings to the field when they are 4-5 weeks old and have 4-5 true leaves.
Harden off seedlings for a week before transplanting by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions.
Prepare the field by tilling, levelling, and making planting holes.
Space the plants 45-60 cm apart in rows that are 60-75 cm apart.
Make sure the roots are not bent when planting.
Water the plants thoroughly after transplanting.

Harvesting:

Nunhems Meenal Chillies are ready for harvest when they reach full colour and size.
Ripe Sarpan 4444 Chilli Seeds
Use sharp scissors or pruners to harvest the chillies.
Cut the stem about 1 cm above the fruit.
Harvest chillies regularly, as this will encourage further fruiting.

Storage:

Fresh Chilli Seeds can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Sarpan 4444 Chilli Seeds stored in a refrigerator
Wash chillies gently before storing them.
Place Chilli Seeds in a plastic bag and remove as much air as possible.
Alternatively, chillies can be dried or frozen for longer storage.

Drying of Sarpan 4444 Chilli :

Wash chillies and remove stems.
Slice chillies into thin strips or leave them whole.
Spread chillies on a clean drying rack or trays in a well-ventilated area.
Drying chillies
Turn chillies regularly to ensure even drying.
Chillies are dry when they are brittle and break easily.