The sweet pepper Maradonna F1 is an early-maturing, medium-height hybrid developed by Dutch breeders from the company Seminis. The plant is strong and robust, with moderate leafing, capable of fruiting even under unfavorable climatic conditions. The hybrid is resistant to mosaic virus and wilting, ensuring stable yields. The pepper responds well to regular moderate watering and grows successfully in open ground, greenhouses, and polytunnels, making it versatile for various climatic zones and seasons.
Maradonna F1 fruits have a cube-shaped form with four chambers, with an average weight of 210-230 grams. The wall thickness reaches 7-9 mm, giving them a juicy and succulent texture. Fruit size is approximately 9 cm in diameter at the stem and up to 10 cm in length. Fruit color changes from creamy at technical maturity to vibrant yellow-orange at biological maturity. The flesh is sweet, juicy, and possesses excellent flavor qualities. The pepper withstands long-distance transportation without losing its market appearance and can be stored for a long time.
The hybrid matures in approximately 69-72 days after transplanting seedlings into soil, allowing for early harvest. Maradonna F1 is especially recommended for cultivation in glass and plastic greenhouses during early spring, summer, and autumn, as well as in open ground. Due to its adaptability and resistance to various growing conditions, this hybrid is suitable for fresh consumption, home cooking, and processing.
