Jalapeno peppers - hot amigo in your garden
In search of unique varieties of hot peppers, you should heed the advice of experienced gardeners. They recommend opting for Jalapeno peppers. In addition to the original name, it is remembered for its distinctive taste and high degree of pungency.
Features of the variety
Jalapeno's homeland is Mexico. The culture has taken root well in America. Over time, pepper spread throughout the country.
Jalapeno vegetable pepper is a type of hot chili pepper. However, it compares favorably with related varieties in high yield and small fruit size.
This tiny pepper was nicknamed the Hooligan Jalapeno for an interesting feature: the sensation of stinging in the mouth does not arise immediately, but after a while.
This culture from the genus Capsicum is of interest not only as a spicy seasoning, but also as a medicinal plant that has the ability to eliminate pain in the joints and muscles.
Gardeners like this crop because of its resistance to weather conditions and ease of care. The heat-loving Jalapinho pepper responds with gratitude to timely watering and feeding.
Description of the variety
The main characteristics of Jalapenos of interest to gardeners are presented in the table:
| General information about the variety | Breeding |
| Pollination type | Self-pollination and with the help of insects (the best pollinators are bumblebees). In the greenhouse, the plant is periodically shaken. |
| View | Bush |
| Ovary formation type | Single |
| Ripening rate | Medium late variety |
| Cultivation area | Open ground, under a film and even at home - in pots. |
| Stocking density (diagram) | 3-4 bushes per 1 m 2. The row spacing is 40-50 cm. |
| Yield | Marketable yield ranges from 3.5 to 3.7 kg / m 2. From one bush, you can collect up to 40 peppers weighing 45-70 g each. |
| Fruit type | Fruits are small (no more than 8 cm), cone-shaped, oblong. The color in the process of ripening is green, the ripe fruit acquires a red tint. The severity is medium-sharp. |
| Purpose of fruits | Cooking, canning, medicine |
| Bitterness | Average |
| Resistant to adverse conditions | Resistant to adverse conditions. However, he likes temperatures not lower than + 25 ° C and well-lit places. With a cold snap, shelter under the film is required, since it ceases to set fruits. Dislikes shaded areas and needs watering in dry weather. |
| Disease resistance | Resistant to diseases. When grown at home, a spider mite may appear, which is easily washed off with water. |
About the pros and cons of Jalapeno
Hot pepper contains a large number of components useful for the human body. This is a whole spectrum of vitamins - A, E, C, PP and group B.
Jalapeno is a champion in the range of minerals. In one or another quantity, it contains:
- phosphorus,
- copper,
- potassium,
- magnesium,
- sodium,
- calcium,
- potassium,
- zinc,
- selenium,
- essential oils,
- capsaitin,
- apsorubin,
- carotene.
This composition provides a positive effect on the body:
- pain reliever;
- antiseptic;
- antiviral and antimicrobial;
- immunomodulatory;
- antidepressant.
The use of Jalapeno is invaluable in eliminating problems with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, stimulating the digestive processes.
However, excessive and uncontrolled consumption of hot pepper instead of a therapeutic effect can lead to serious problems in the activity of systems and organs. Therefore, you should take into account the disadvantages.
Among the contraindications to the use of the vegetable itself, as well as pharmaceutical preparations and home remedies based on Jalapeno, the following pathological conditions and situations are noted:
- renal and hepatic impairment;
- exacerbation of gastrointestinal diseases;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- childhood;
- individual intolerance to the components.
To avoid negative effects, it is recommended to use Jalapenos with caution. A preliminary agreement with specialists will help prevent possible troubles.
Growing features
The unpretentiousness of the "Mexican hooligan" allows him to grow not only in the open field. It feels great on the balcony, in the greenhouse and even in a simple flower pot.
At the same time, one should not forget about the need to water the plant on time and apply fertilizers to the soil. In addition, to create favorable conditions, it is advisable to place the pepper on the south side, where the sun's rays can illuminate it from 4 to 6 hours.
Numerous positive reviews of both experienced and novice gardeners indicate that the plant, in response to the careful care of Jalapeno, pleases them not only with a high yield, but also with the beauty of delicious glossy fruits.
The presence in Jalapeno pepper of a rich set of vitamins, micro- and macroelements, with moderate use, provides the body's need for these substances. In addition, growing a pepper with your own hands is a great joy.
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