Pepper Mercedes

The sweet pepper variety Mercedes is an early-maturing and high-yielding variety, suitable for cultivation both in open ground and in greenhouses or under film. The plant forms a powerful, bushy plant 60-70 cm tall, bearing up to 20 large fruits of pyramidal or cylindrical shape, 13-15 cm long and 6-8 cm in diameter. The average weight of one fruit is 180-220 g, and the wall thickness varies from 6 to 8 mm, ensuring juiciness and crisp flesh texture.

The fruits have a light yellow or green color in technical maturity, and become bright red at biological maturity. The flesh has a sweet, aromatic flavor and is rich in vitamins, including ascorbic acid, making this variety especially beneficial and tasty. The Mercedes pepper is versatile in use: it is used for fresh consumption, salad preparation, canning, freezing, and other culinary processing.

The variety is characterized by high resistance to various diseases, including tobacco mosaic virus (TMV), which significantly simplifies care and increases yield stability. For successful cultivation, it is recommended to provide plants with sufficient sunlight, warm weather, as well as regular watering and fertilization. Due to its low maintenance requirements and stable yield, the Mercedes pepper will be an excellent choice for gardeners and hobbyists seeking a delicious and nutritious harvest.