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Species: Capsicum annuum
Origin: Mexico
Distribution: Worldwide
SHU: 30,000 – 50,000
Spiciness: 2/5
Aurora grows in a bushy form, and the height of the stem is a maximum of 30 cm. Therefore, it is one of the most common ornamental chili peppers. Its height allows for easy cultivation in pots on balconies or indoors. The leaves and stem are green. The flowers are white or purple. After transplantation, it takes from 60-85 days to the first fruits. This pepper plant produces many fruits in different colors. The fruits are 2.5-5 cm long, bulbous in shape, growing upright (facing upwards) so that they are widest at the bottom and narrowest at the top. At the same time, the plant produces fruits in all colors, meaning that the fruits are at different stages of ripeness. During ripening, they transition from green to lavender-purple, dark purple, orange, and finally to red. Because of its appearance and shape, this variety resembles Christmas lights. Some compare it to the Aurora Borealis or the Northern Lights because it illuminates the space in equally beautiful colors like the polar lights in the sky. Aurora is primarily an ornamental variety of edible fruits. It has a typical “peppery” flavor with a hint of spiciness. Due to its beautiful colors, it can be used in the culinary world as one of the ingredients in homemade spicy salsas.
Growing Conditions
Light requirement: Plant seedlings in a fully sunny location without excessive shading. Minimum daily sunlight exposure should be 6 hours.
Optimal sowing temperature: 22-28 °C, seeds do not germinate below 16 °C
Germination time: 14-28 days
Planting: Seedlings are transplanted directly into the soil or large pots at temperatures above 20 °C, typically from mid to late May in our climate.
Required pot size: If planting in pots, use containers with a minimum volume of 15 liters.
Spacing within rows: 30-60 cm between plants
Spacing between rows: 60-80 cm
Watering: In the field, watering depends on rainfall; during dry periods, water at least once a week. For potted peppers, water as needed, ensuring the substrate at root level remains moist.
Fertilization: From transplanting until flowering, apply foliar fertilizer (spraying over the leaves) once a week using a 19:6:20 formulation. During flowering until the end of harvest, switch to a 15:5:30 formulation.
