Red Bull Spark — mid-early hybrid sweet pepper of tomato type (ratunza), developed by the American seed company Spark Seeds. The ripening period is 70–75 days from transplanting seedlings, allowing for harvest at optimal times. The plant is medium-sized, robust, and compact, with a well-developed root system and abundant foliage that effectively protects fruits from sunburn. The hybrid is resistant to various growing conditions and tolerant of several diseases, including tobacco mosaic virus, tomato bronze virus, bacterial spot, and xanthomonosis, which significantly simplifies agrotechnology and increases yield stability. Red Bull Spark fruits are large, with a round-oval shape and thick walls up to 12 mm. Average fruit weight ranges from 250 to 320 grams. In technical ripeness, they are bright green, while in biological ripeness, they turn into a deep, rich red. The pepper has a ribbed structure and excellent flavor qualities that remain stable even after transportation and long-term storage. Due to these characteristics, the hybrid is widely used both for fresh consumption in salads and culinary applications, as well as for processing, canning, and freezing. Red Bull Spark is suitable for cultivation both in open ground and under plastic covers, making it a versatile solution for various climatic conditions and cultivation technologies. Yield potential reaches 90 tons per hectare, indicating high productivity of the hybrid. This pepper will be an excellent choice for farmers and gardeners seeking high-quality, stable yields of sweet tomato-type fruits with outstanding flavor and market characteristics.
