Sometimes it takes very little to give life to a corner of the balcony or terrace. A colored vase, a pinch of earth, and those ornamental peppers that seem to come out of a paletter palette. You don’t need to be gardening experts to get a WOW effect.
Cultivating ornamental peppers in pots is a simple gesture, but which has the power to change face to any space. Even the most anonymous balcony can become a corner full of personality. No special skills are needed: you just need a right vase, a suitable plant and a lot of sun. Among all, the ‘Medusa’ variety is the one that most surprises for its chromatic liveliness and the ease of cultivation.
The most beautiful thing is that nothing special is needed: no greenhouses, no professional tools. A well -enlightened corner is enough, some constant watering and a pinch of attention to the weather. Even if you are a beginner or have little time, these seedlings manage to give you great satisfaction. And when you see the first colorful fruits, sprout between the leaves, you immediately understand that it was worth it.
Ornamental peppers: perfect variety to start
There are those who love them for fruits with unusual shapes, some for the infinite range of colors, some simply for the joy they give to every new flowering. Among the most appreciated varieties for pot cultivation, some are real stars. Medusa It is compact, perfect for tight balconies. Its multicolored fruits are a small daily show. Explosive Ember It has purple leaves, lilac flowers and chillies that change shades from purple to red: a scenic and unexpected plant.
Numex Twilight It is a miniature rainbow, with shades of yellow, purple and red. Black Pearl It stands out for the elegance: almost black leaves and fire red fruits, a contrast that captures the gaze. Sangria It is resistant, longeva, ideal for those who tend to forget the watering: its fruits change color with ease, from purple to yellow, up to red.
Most of these varieties are also ediblebut be careful: some are really spicy!
Tips to successfully cultivate them
No magic formula, just a few useful care to get the best from your plants. What if something wrong? It is part of the game. Even plants sometimes take a break.
- Luce: fundamental. At least 6 hours a day. The bright colors depend on the light.
- Large and drained vases: 20 cm in diameter, preferably in terracotta.
- Light soil: a mix of universal, sand and perlite is ideal.
- Regular irrigation: Never exaggerate. Little but often.
- Fertilizer: every two weeks, one specific for vegetables or blooms.
A trick? It rotates the vase every now and then, so the plant grows uniformly. And if the first cold arrive, move it to a sheltered corner: the frost is not his friend.
Here’s how to multiply your ornamental pepper plants
A cutting is enough: cut a healthy sprig, eliminate the low leaves and put it in water or damp dasherm. With a little patience the roots will pop. And here is a new plant, ready to color another corner.
In the end, cultivating ornamental peppers is a small act of daily beauty. Transform any corner into a place that talks about you.
And let’s face it: seeing those colorful fruits between the leaves is a satisfaction that is priceless.
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