ELENA pepper is an early maturing sweet pepper variety with a vegetation period of 115-120 days. The plant is low-growing, sturdy, with strong stems that do not require support, simplifying care and cultivation. Fruits are large and heavy, weighing 150-190 grams, with a smooth surface and a short, broad conical shape. In technical maturity, they are light green, and in biological maturity, they turn bright red. The flesh is fleshy, dense, and 7-9 mm thick, ensuring good juiciness and pleasant taste. The variety is characterized by uniform fruit ripening, allowing for a stable yield. Fruits are well-kept and suitable for processing, making this variety versatile for various purposes. For cultivation, loamy, well-aerated soils are recommended. Good predecessors include cucumbers, cabbage, and legumes. Before sowing, seeds should be treated with potassium permanganate solution and rinsed with clean water. Pinching is performed at the stage of 1-2 true leaves, and seedlings are transplanted at 70-80 days old, spaced 60x40 cm apart. Cultivation of the ELENA variety involves tying plants to a vertical trellis with two-stem formation. Irrigation is recommended after sunset with warm water, and fertilization should be carried out throughout the entire vegetation period to ensure adequate plant nutrition. The sowing rate is 7-8 plants per square meter, seed depth is 2 cm, and row spacing is 60 cm. This approach to agronomy ensures a high-quality yield of sweet pepper.
