Capsicum Victory F1

Capsicum Victory F1

Capsicum Victory F1 is a hybrid variety of sweet pepper known for its high yield, uniform fruit, and excellent disease resistance. This variety produces large, blocky peppers that are perfect for fresh consumption, cooking, and processing. Victory F1 is favored by both commercial growers and home gardeners for its reliability and superior quality.

Features

• Victory F1 pepper plants are vigorous and produce a high number of fruits per plant. The plants are compact and bushy, typically reaching a height of 18-24 inches.
• The peppers are large, blocky, and uniformly shaped, typically measuring 4-5 inches in length and 3-4 inches in diameter. They mature from green to bright red.
• This variety matures in approximately 70-80 days from transplanting, depending on growing conditions.
• The fruits have a sweet, mild flavor and a crisp texture, making them ideal for a variety of culinary uses.
• Victory F1 is resistant to common pepper diseases such as bacterial leaf spot and tobacco mosaic virus, ensuring a healthy crop with minimal chemical intervention.

Application

• Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost. Transplant seedlings outdoors when they are 6-8 weeks old and have developed several true leaves. Space plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart.
• Victory F1 peppers prefer well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Incorporate compost or well-rotted manure into the soil before planting.
• The plants require full sun, receiving at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Water consistently, keeping the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
• Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting and side-dress with a high-potassium fertilizer during the growing season to support vigorous growth and fruit production.
• Monitor for common pests such as aphids, spider mites, and pepper maggots. Use organic pesticides, row covers, and crop rotation to manage pests and diseases.

Storage

• Store Capsicum Victory F1 seeds in a cool, dry place. Use airtight containers to protect from moisture and pests. Properly stored seeds can remain viable for up to five years.
• Harvest peppers when they reach full size and have matured to their final color. Store fresh peppers in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
• Peppers can be frozen, dried, or pickled for long-term storage. To freeze, wash and dry the peppers, then cut them into strips or dice them. Place in freezer bags and store in the freezer. Dried peppers can be stored in airtight containers, and pickled peppers can be stored in a cool, dark place for several months.