Pepper Swallow

Pepper Swallow is a variety that belongs to the nightshade family. Reviews of sweet pepper Swallow from gardeners are extremely positive, and due to this, this variety is not completely lost among the others, which were bred by breeders relatively recently. In this article, we will describe this variety in more detail, and also talk about the features of its cultivation in various regions of our country.

Pepper Swallow: variety description and characteristics

Sweet pepper Swallow: photo of the variety

Pepper Swallow is nothing more than the result of a long-term selection of plants that belong to an older, but no less productive variety of Moldova peppers. The Bulgarian pepper variety Swallow stands out among the other varieties in that the bush has a sufficiently large height, and an impressive amount of harvest can be collected from the bush. In addition, the Swallow pepper belongs to the early maturing varieties of pepper, and this is also a huge plus among all other varieties of peppers. It is a sweet variety that has some significant characteristics. Let's list them in more detail:

• the bush is medium-high, its height in the best conditions can reach 60-65 centimeters, it has a predominantly standard shape. If a large number of peppers are tied on the bush, then it is best to tie the pepper to the support, otherwise it will simply fall apart, and the crop from the bush will not work due to damage
• as for the ripening time, this variety belongs to the mid-early. Technically, the ripeness of peppers occurs at about 110-116 days. If the pepper grows in not the most favorable conditions, or the weather conditions at the time of ripening and fruiting were not set, then the period may be postponed by about one week
• the fruits of the Swallow pepper variety are very large, one pepper can reach a mass of 100 grams. In addition, the fruit has very thick walls, and the length of the pepper reaches ten centimeters. The shape of the fruit is cone-shaped, and the color depends on the stage of ripening. At first, the fruits are bright light green, but as they become even more mature, their color turns into a rich bright red. For sowing, you can collect seeds directly from the fruits, and mainly from those that are on the first three tiers. Swallow peppers must reach their full ripeness, then they will achieve maximum taste and gain full strength and useful qualities.

It is worth noting that this variety of peppers is intended not only for those gardeners who grow crops only for themselves. They can also be grown quite successfully for more mass market distribution. It ripens quite successfully if plucked while still green, and can also be stored for a long time. Another plus of this variety is that it tolerates transportation quite successfully, which is also a positive quality of the variety. A large number of dishes, salads can be prepared from pepper, and it is also great for canning and rolling it up for the winter.

Sweet pepper of the Swallow variety differs in that it is quite unpretentious, grows very well even if the gardener gives him a minimum amount of attention and care. Pepper Swallow is also resistant to a sharp change in weather, to a variety of climatic conditions, only the period of full ripening of fruits shifts. At the same time, the yield of pepper Swallow turns out to be more than decent and rich for everyone - about six kilograms of peppers can be removed from one square meter of planting, which have excellent taste, are extremely useful for a person and his body, and also have a rather attractive appearance and characteristics.

Pepper Swallow: cultivation features

Sweet pepper Swallow: photo of the variety

Like any plant, the Swallow pepper has some growing characteristics. Sowing with Swallow pepper seeds is possible only in the warm, southern regions of our country.In them, spring usually comes early enough, and summer lasts much longer than in middle latitudes. If the gardener lives in the northern part, then it is best for him to first grow the Swallow pepper seedlings, and only then, after hardening it, plant them in open ground.

If we are talking about the preparation of Swallow pepper seedlings, then this process must be taken extremely responsibly. It is very important to choose quality seed and plant seeds on time. If you plant them early, then the seedlings will have to be supplemented once again, since they always need a lot of lighting. If the sowing occurred too late, then until the moment the seedlings are planted in the ground, it simply will not have time to develop, which will also mean a loss in the yield of the Swallow pepper. In order for the peppers to reach the maximum comfortable size, it takes from 60 to 80 days, it all depends solely on which variety of pepper was chosen by the gardener himself.

Speaking about the Swallow peppers, it should be mentioned that the seedlings ripen quickly for 70 days. If the gardener plans to plant in greenhouse conditions, then the seeds for future seedlings must be sown in the middle or closer to the end of February. If we are considering the option of open ground, then it is best to plant the seeds a little later - for example, at the very beginning of March. Of course, it is necessary to prepare the planting material in advance, since the seeds also need to be processed in order to increase the chances of their emergence and successful germination. To do this, you should perform several relatively simple steps that must be followed in the algorithm:

• It is best to select only full-weight seeds from both your own and purchased seeds. If they are empty, then there is no point at all to wait for seedlings from them.
• pepper seeds The swallow should be disinfected to remove any bacteria, as well as to kill microorganisms that can cause disease. Usually, for this, you should take a solution of potassium permanganate diluted with water, since it is ideal for soaking. The soaking time is approximately 20 minutes. You can also use a fungicide solution for the same purposes. After the seeds of the sweet pepper Swallow have been disinfected, they must be rinsed in running water.
• pepper seeds Swallow must be soaked in a growth promoter, as this substance increases the energy of seeds, increases the chances of their germination, and the plants themselves will be more viable and healthy. Most often, humate or enap, zircon or an organic ash solution, which is also ideal for this, should be used for stimulation, the main thing is to correctly calculate the concentration and not harm the seeds.

Bulgarian red pepper Swallow: photo of the variety

As soon as the seeds of the Swallow pepper are nailed, then you can guarantee that they will sprout. It is best to germinate seeds on gauze or on cotton pads that are moistened with water. it is best to lay them out on a plate and wrap them in plastic to create the most comfortable conditions for such germination. Swallow pepper seeds are also unwrapped several times a day to ventilate them and prevent stagnation. If you do not do this, then there is a high probability that the seeds will simply rot.

Swallow pepper seeds that hatch must be planted in steamed soil. It is just designed to grow nightshade crops in it, to which pepper is directly related. You can also plant the seeds in a common container to a depth of about one and a half centimeters. The distance between the seeds should be about two centimeters. In this case, it is best to sow the Swallow pepper seeds in separate containers, since in this case there will be no need to dive them, and this will greatly save the gardener's time.

After the plants have fully risen, you can not pull out the excess of them, but make a neat pruning. After 2-3 full-fledged leaves are formed on the plant, they can be transferred into cups, the main thing is to make sure that the soil ball and roots do not collapse. For seedlings, it is also necessary to create all the necessary conditions so that it adapts faster and gives a sufficient harvest in the future. For this, the daylight hours for seedlings should be at least 12 hours. If it turns out that the daylight hours are less than 12 hours, then the plant is best illuminated with phytolamps specially purchased for this. Pepper belongs to a fairly thermophilic crop, and even at night the temperature should be maintained at about 18-20 degrees, not lower. During the day, the air temperature in the room where the pepper grows should be 23-25 ​​degrees. This vegetable prefers moisture, watering should be regular. In addition, it is best to defend the water before watering, bring it to a warm state, and in this form it will be best perceived by the pepper culture.

Swallow sweet pepper care

Sweet pepper Swallow: photo of the variety

If the gardener fills the soil well with fertilizers and nutrients, then you can not feed the peppers further. If the gardener closely monitors these processes and does not want to let the situation with growth take its course, then it is best to feed the seedlings twice with fertilizer that does not contain a chloride component. In order for the bushes to branch better, it is best to gently pinch the tops of the plants after 4, 5 or 6 internodes. This is best done with disinfected scissors to prevent any infection, this is very important. Although plants are quite resistant to diseases and viruses, you need to constantly be reinsured. Before planting, the seedlings must be hardened for some time - to take out the boxes to the balcony, garden or to the street. Moreover, from time to time, the time the plant stays in the fresh air should increase.

As soon as the Swallow pepper seedlings have reached the point where they can be planted in open ground, the first buds should already be on the bushes. By the same period, the temperature on the street has stabilized, the soil warms up, the most comfortable climatic conditions are created, which are suitable for Swallow peppers. Prepare the soil before planting. It is fertilized, and it is best to choose the soil that has a high humus content. The acidity reaction should be neutral, so it is best to add some wood ash to the soil. Ash is also a source of potassium, and peppers react very positively to this element.

If the soil is heavy, then you can immediately prepare for the fact that the crop will not work on it. For early varieties, it is best to choose a well-fertilized sandy loam. If the gardener has decided to plant mid-ripening or even late-ripening varieties on the site, then loam or black soil is suitable for them, which are also rich in various useful components that are simply necessary for the life of pepper crops.

Seedlings of bell pepper Swallow should be planted in accordance with a special scheme. There should be a distance of 40 centimeters between the plants, but between the rows it should be up to 60 centimeters. When planting, it is best to bury the seedlings too much, the holes are well moistened, the soil must be mulched. The next watering is best done about five days after the seedlings have been planted. During this time, it must be covered with lutrasil or other protective materials. This will protect the seedlings in the early stages from sunlight, as well as reduce moisture evaporation, especially in dry, dry weather.

Pepper Swallow: reviews of gardeners

Sweet red pepper Swallow: photo of the variety

Based on the reviews about the Bulgarian pepper Swallow, in order to get a decent harvest of the variety, it is best to observe several conditions necessary for this.

Firstly, peppers are very fond of heat, so if they are planted in cool regions, then it is best to cover the seedlings at night. Otherwise, the plants will experience stress, and this will have a negative impact on the formation of the crop and, accordingly, on the very yield of the Swallow pepper.

Secondly, pepper is very fond of water. If it lacks moisture, then the bush begins to shed buds very actively, there is a deficit in the yield of sweet pepper Swallow, since the fruits do not grow so large. If the peppers experience an excess of moisture, then they with great difficulty assimilate such a component as nitrogen, and from this the amount of yield also decreases. Watering is best when the weather is dry; on other days, you just need to make sure that the soil does not dry out. Watering the Swallow pepper is best done from a watering can, while the humidity of the air rises, which contributes to good pollination of the plant, and specifically its inflorescences.

Also, reviews of gardeners about Swallow pepper suggest that the variety is loyal to all kinds of fertilizers and dressings. Therefore, it is best to do them every two weeks using mineral mixtures containing trace elements. You should not abuse nitrogen fertilizers too much, since in this case the plant will develop its green part more, but the fruits will remain small.

Thus, the Swallow pepper is one of the most reliable and proven nightshade varieties. It is thanks to its plasticity that this variety can quite easily adapt to any growing conditions. He retains his taste, if the gardener still provides him with even the most basic conditions for care.