Yellow Corno di Toro pepper - organic-seeds

Yellow Corno di Toro pepper

This is a traditional Italian regional variety, highly productive. The fruits are elongated and turn yellow when ripe, with a sweet and aromatic flavor, perfect for salads, grilling, or freezing.

Growing Tips for Yellow Corno di Toro Pepper

Sowing:

• Sow indoors in February-March at 23–24°C.

• Maintain a warm, humid environment with adequate light.

• Transplant seedlings to pots at 3–4 true leaves, then to the garden after the last frost.

Cultivation:

• Use well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter.

• Keep soil consistently moist; avoid prolonged drought.

• Prune main stems and side shoots to optimize fruit production.

• Support taller varieties and feed plants with organic fertilizer or nettle extract during the growing season.

Disease Prevention:

• Prevent powdery mildew with crop rotation, proper spacing, and mulching.

• Regular foliar sprays with horsetail or seaweed powder can strengthen plants.

Harvest:

• From July to October, 5–6 months after sowing.

• Green peppers can be harvested early, but fully ripe fruits are yellow and sweet.

Benefits:

• Sweet and aromatic flavor

• High-yield variety

• Suitable for greenhouse or sunny outdoor cultivation

• Ideal for fresh consumption and culinary use