Chilli 'Pumpkin' - Capsicum annuum Plant

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Fruiting

Brighten your garden with Chilli 'Pumpkin' plants, perfect for both novice enthusiasts and seasoned gardeners alike. Cultivate these vibrant chillies easily with Acqua Garden's commitment to premium quality and sustainability.

Unique pumpkin-shaped chillies
Easy to grow and maintain
Ideal for small spaces
Vibrant and eye-catching produce
Perfect for home gardening enthusiasts

Enhance your garden with these unique pumpkin-shaped chilli plants, providing both beauty and a delightful spice to your harvest. Explore more options in the all products collection to diversify your garden.

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Chilli 'Pumpkin' is a stunning and compact variety that produces unique, pumpkin-shaped fruits. These vibrant orange chillies are not only a visual delight but also pack a fiery heat, making them perfect for spicing up your favourite dishes. Easy to grow and maintain, they thrive in sunny spots and can be cultivated in pots, garden beds, or greenhouses. Their decorative appearance and culinary value make them a must-have for gardeners and food enthusiasts alike.

Produces vibrant orange, pumpkin-shaped chillies
Thrives in sunny locations, indoors or outdoors
Compact and decorative plant, ideal for small spaces
Perfect for spicing up dishes or drying and preserving

What's Included

Pots: Get big, ready-to-grow plants in 1.5 litre pots. Plant them in your garden or larger pots right away. They're bigger and stronger than plug plants. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun
Position	Sheltered or semi-sheltered
Soil	Well drained
Planting Time	Spring to Summer
Moisture	Medium
Hardiness	Semi-hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	60cm
Height and Spread	Medium tall, Compact
Annual or Perennial	Annual

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How To Plant

Plant Care

Chilli 'Pumpkin' is a compact, productive plant that produces uniquely shaped chillies resembling miniature pumpkins. These vibrant orange fruits bring a splash of colour to your garden or kitchen, while their spicy flavour makes them ideal for culinary use. Easy to grow and maintain, 'Pumpkin' is perfect for sunny patios, garden beds, or even as an indoor potted plant.

Compact plant producing decorative pumpkin-shaped chillies
Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Perfect for spicing up dishes, sauces, and preserves
Adds visual and culinary appeal to your garden or home

Compact plant producing decorative pumpkin-shaped chillies
Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
Perfect for spicing up dishes, sauces, and preserves
Adds visual and culinary appeal to your garden or home

Planting Time:	Spring to Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location:	Greenhouse - Patio - Garden

Planting Time:	Spring to Summer
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun
Where to Plant:	Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location:	Greenhouse - Patio - Garden

Chilli 'Pumpkin' plants thrive in sunny conditions and well-draining soil. They are easy to plant in pots or garden beds, requiring minimal effort to establish.

Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil
Plant in pots or directly in garden beds, ensuring good spacing
Add compost or organic matter to soil to enhance growth
Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Chilli 'Pumpkin' plants thrive in sunny conditions and well-draining soil. They are easy to plant in pots or garden beds, requiring minimal effort to establish.

Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil
Plant in pots or directly in garden beds, ensuring good spacing
Add compost or organic matter to soil to enhance growth
Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil moist but not waterlogged

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen the soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant seedlings level with the soil
Spacing:	Space plants 45-60cm apart

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny, sheltered location with well-drained soil
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen the soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant seedlings level with the soil
Spacing:	Space plants 45-60cm apart

Chilli 'Pumpkin' plants require minimal maintenance and reward you with an abundant harvest of fiery, pumpkin-shaped chillies. Regular watering, feeding, and harvesting will keep your plant healthy and productive.

Water regularly, especially during dry spells
Feed every 2-3 weeks with a high-potassium fertiliser to encourage fruiting
Harvest chillies when they turn vibrant orange and firm
Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage new growth

Water regularly, especially during dry spells
Feed every 2-3 weeks with a high-potassium fertiliser to encourage fruiting
Harvest chillies when they turn vibrant orange and firm
Prune lightly to maintain shape and encourage new growth

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily in a sunny, sheltered spot.
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather, and keep the soil consistently moist. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Support and Pruning:	Ensure plants have enough space (45-60cm apart) for healthy growth, and remove any unhealthy leaves.
Harvesting:	Harvest fruits when they are large and green or let them ripen to red for a sweeter flavour.

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily in a sunny, sheltered spot.
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather, and keep the soil consistently moist. Fertilize monthly with a balanced fertilizer.
Support and Pruning:	Ensure plants have enough space (45-60cm apart) for healthy growth, and remove any unhealthy leaves.
Harvesting:	Harvest fruits when they are large and green or let them ripen to red for a sweeter flavour.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Chilli 'Pumpkin' plants?

Chilli 'Pumpkin' plants thrive in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. They prefer warm temperatures and benefit from being grown in a greenhouse or on a sunny windowsill.

How often should I water Chilli 'Pumpkin' plants?

Water regularly to keep the soil moist, especially during warmer conditions. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.

When can I expect to harvest Chilli 'Pumpkin' fruits?

Harvest typically occurs 90-120 days after planting, once the fruits reach their mature colour and size. Regular picking encourages further fruit production.