Sweet pepper Madonna F1 is an early-maturing hybrid developed by the French breeding company Clause. The plant is tall and vigorous, with short internodes and moderate leafiness, which facilitates harvesting. The hybrid is well-adapted for cultivation in protected environments, including greenhouses and plastic coverings, and can also be used in open ground for early harvests. The recommended planting rate is 40-45 thousand plants per hectare, and the plant responds well to intensive agronomic practices, including staking, pinching, and forming 2-3 stems.
Madonna F1 fruits are uniform, cube-shaped with 3-4 chambers, measuring 7-8 cm in diameter and 9-11 cm in length. Wall thickness is 5-8 mm, and average fruit weight ranges from 180 to 200 grams. In technical ripeness, fruits have a creamy or amber-yellow color, turning bright red at biological ripeness. Fruit skin is elastic, with a glossy sheen and waxy coating. Flesh has a crisp texture, moderate juiciness, and a sweet, pleasant flavor. The hybrid is characterized by high sugar, ascorbic acid, and dry matter content.
Madonna F1 exhibits high resistance to major infectious diseases, contributing to stable yields and prolonged fruiting. Fruits maintain their shape and color throughout the ripening period and withstand transportation and long-term storage without loss of quality. This hybrid is suitable for fresh market sales, home cooking, processing, and freezing, making it a versatile choice for various purposes.
