RED ELEPHANT

The 'Red Elephant' pepper variety is a medium-maturing hybrid intended for fresh consumption as well as various processing and canning applications. The plant is of medium height, semi-spreading, with large green leaves and a slightly wrinkled surface. The bushes are medium-height, open-type, reaching 70-80 cm in height, and simultaneously form 8-10 fruits. This variety is successfully grown both in open ground and under protective cover on sunny sites across various regions. The 'Red Elephant' pepper fruits are narrowly conical or prism-shaped, with a strong gloss. In technical ripeness, they are green, and in biological ripeness, they are a rich dark red. The fruits are large: length reaches 18-20 cm, weight varies from 134 to 400 grams, wall thickness ranges from 4 mm to 1 cm. The fruits are juicy, sweet, with good flavor and moderately pronounced spicy aroma. The number of locules in the fruits is 2-3. Due to its taste and market qualities, the pepper is suitable for both fresh market sales and processing. The variety is distinguished by high yield — under film cover, it reaches 6-9 kg per square meter. The hybrid is resistant to a complex of diseases, which simplifies cultivation and improves crop quality. The wall thickness and large fruit size make 'Red Elephant' attractive for long-term storage and transportation. This pepper will be an excellent choice for gardeners and farmers seeking a bountiful and high-quality harvest suitable for various purposes.