Capsicum annuum Salsa Multicolor GT36

Salsa Pepper

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Compact ornamental pepper plant with vibrant multi-colored fruits ranging from purple to red and yellow, ideal for containers or edible landscaping.
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Plant Details

Common Name Salsa Pepper
Family Solanaceae
Genus Capsicum
Species Annuum
Variety GT36
Origin Mexico / Central America
Blooming Small white flowers followed by colorful fruits in summer/autumn
Leaf Color Green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix rich in organic matter, pH 5.5-7.0

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during flowering/fruiting; reduce watering in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for best fruiting and color; tolerates partial shade in hot climates

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth; switch to low nitrogen at fruit set

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Pruning

Pinch early flowers to encourage bushy growth; remove lower yellow leaves

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
10000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2000 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 2500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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