An heirloom variety originating from Hungary. Sturdy plants with mildly hot jalapeno shaped fruits which turn black when ripe. Leaves arepurple-veined with pretty purple flowers.
 
Scoville Heat Rating 5-10k units
 
When to Sow: Feb - Apr
 
HOW TO SOW HUNGARAIN BLACK CHILLI:
Sow in pots - Sow thinly into pots or modules of damp compost. Cover with 0.5cm of soil. Ideal temp 21°C. Will benefit from the use of a heater propagator. Once germinated grow on in cooler conditions 15-18°C. Grow on until all risk of frost has passed.
Can be planted out or grown in pots. Best grown in a greehouse, conservatory or sheltered sunny spot.
 
Classification: Tender Annual/ Perennial
Group: Fruiting & Shooting Vegetables
Germination Time: 1-2 Weeks
Harvest Time: Jul- Oct
Site: Full/ Sheltered Sun
Soil Type: Chalk/ Sand/ Loam
Soil Acidity: All Types
Moisture: Well drained
Care: Water several times per week. Stake if necessary. Protect from Aphid attack
Use: Edible
Harvest: Cut fruits turn black or when just underripe and leave to ripen on a sunny windowsill.
Days to Maturity: 140 Days
Feed:Potassium rich feed
Height:60cm
Plant Spacing: 45cm