Yanka F1 Hot Pepper — an early hybrid developed by the Dutch seed company Rijk Zwaan, suitable for cultivation both in open ground and under plastic cover. The plant is tall, with a strong root system and dense foliage, ensuring high productivity and resistance to adverse conditions, including low light levels and stress factors. The bushes have strong growth vigor and intense fruiting, making it recommended to plant at a density of about 3 plants per square meter or 30-35 thousand plants per hectare. The hybrid is resistant to bacterial spot, mosaic viruses, potato virus Y, and tobamovirus, significantly reducing disease risks and yield losses. Yanka F1 pepper fruits are elongated-conical in shape with a wrinkled, glossy surface, usually two- or three-chambered. Fruit length reaches 20-25 cm with a diameter of 2-3 cm, and weight varies from 50 to 60 grams. In technical ripeness, the fruits are light green, and upon full ripening, they turn bright red. The flesh is moderately juicy, aromatic, with a distinct spicy and slightly bitter flavor, making this pepper versatile for various uses. The vegetation period is 70-75 days, enabling early harvest of vegetable produce. Yanka F1 pepper is recommended for fresh consumption and various processing methods, including freezing, drying, canning, and grilling. Due to the dense structure and fruit resistance, the yield withstands long-distance transportation well, maintaining an attractive appearance and long shelf life. These qualities make the hybrid particularly popular for both personal consumption and commercial cultivation aimed at market sale.
