| Common Name | Salsa Red Pepper Plant |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Capsicum |
| Species | Annuum |
| Variety | Salsa Red |
| Origin | Mexico / Central America |
| Blooming | Small white flowers, followed by red fruit |
| Leaf Color | Dark green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining potting mix with perlite or coarse sand for aeration
Water regularly when top inch of soil is dry, reduce in winter to prevent root rot
Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and fruiting; indoors requires south-facing window or supplemental grow lights
Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growing season (April to September)
Pinch off early flowers to encourage bushier growth; remove yellowing lower leaves for airflow
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