Features of cultivation and history of origin of the Egyptian Power pepper variety

Description of the pepper variety

The Egyptian Power pepper variety is not afraid of humidity or low temperature. The fruits ripen very quickly. They have an amazing composition; the pulp contains a large amount of vitamin C.

The main characteristics of the vegetable include:

• the bushes do not stretch, they are very compact in size;
• the fruits are triangular in shape;
• the walls of the peppers are dense, with an average thickness of 1 cm;
• fruits grow 150 g.

Important! This pepper variety has universal uses. It can not only be consumed fresh, but also frozen and heat treated.

The fruits of this variety are triangular in shape and bright red in color.

Features of cultivation

Important! The best predecessors for pepper are cabbage, perennial herbs, cucumber, and onion.

The culture can be returned to the same place no earlier than after 3-4 years. It is not recommended to plant peppers after other representatives of nightshade crops, such as eggplants, tomatoes, and potatoes.

Terms and rules for planting seedlings

Egyptian power pepper seeds are sown in late February – early March. Planting material purchased in a store does not require additional processing. For better germination, just soak the seeds in water with the addition of a growth stimulator.

If the gardener collected the seeds himself, they need to be checked for germination before sowing. Planting material is dipped into a saline solution. High-quality seeds, from which strong seedlings will grow, will sink to the bottom of the container, empty seeds will rise to the surface.

Rules for planting pepper seedlings:

1. Containers for sowing are filled with special soil.
2. The seeds are buried 1-1.5 cm into the soil. The substrate is moistened after planting.

3. The container is covered with film or glass. Before emergence (sprouts will begin to break through the soil in two weeks), the plantings are ventilated daily. Then the cover is removed.
4. After the first pair of leaves appears, the seedlings are placed into separate glasses. The roots of the plant are very delicate, transshipment is carried out extremely carefully.

14 days after diving, pepper seedlings are fed with nitrogen fertilizers. This will help build up green mass and activate the growth of the root system. Two weeks later, a second feeding is carried out. Fertilizers are applied in liquid form.

Important! 10 days before planting in the ground or greenhouse, seedlings should be hardened. The pepper is taken out into the fresh air. Initially, hardening sessions last 15 minutes, gradually increasing them to 24 hours.

Transplantation into open ground

When choosing a place to plant seedlings, preference is given to sunny areas with light, fertile soil, the acidity level of which is within 6.0. There should be no drafts on the selected site. If the area is not protected from the wind, install a partition.

Peppers of the Egyptian Strength variety are transplanted into open ground in mid-May, when the ground warms up to a temperature of +15-17ᵒC. If the thermometer drops to +13ᵒC and below, the crop stops growing. Two weeks before planting, dig up the soil and add humus or peat. The distance between the bushes is 30 cm, the row spacing is 50 cm.

The bush is transferred to the hole along with a lump of earth, so the plant adapts better to the new place. After transshipment, the seedlings are watered abundantly. If there is a possibility of night frosts, the pepper is covered with agrofibre.

Aftercare

Experienced gardeners recommend watering peppers with settled water, the temperature of which is not lower than +24-26ᵒC. Scheme for watering seedlings:

• before flowering - once a week (in hot weather, every 3-4 days);
• during the fruiting period - 2-3 times a week.

After moistening or precipitation, the soil around the seedlings is loosened, burying the hoe into the soil no deeper than 5 cm. The root of the pepper is located superficially, so each time it is recommended to simultaneously remove weeds when hilling the bushes.

To avoid drying out, the soil around the seedlings is mulched. This will not only help retain moisture, but will also reduce the number of weeds.

A mulch layer is placed around the seedlings after the soil has warmed up well.

After transplanting into open ground, the Egyptian Strength pepper is fed at least five times:

1. In the spring, immediately after transplantation, nitrogen fertilizers are applied.
2. During the flowering period, peppers are fed with mineral fertilizers or mullein solution.
3. During the formation of the ovary, plants need potassium fertilizers. A sufficient number of them is the key to good fruiting.
4. During the ripening process, superphosphate or potassium salt is added twice. Organic fertilizers include chicken manure or manure.

Poor fruit formation indicates an excess of nitrogen and a lack of phosphate fertilizers.

Pros and cons of the variety

Summer residents choose the Egyptian Strength pepper variety for a wide range of advantages:

• bright aroma;
• high yield - up to 5 kg of fruit can be collected from one square meter;
• vegetables contain large amounts of ascorbic acid;
• the variety is well suited for dietary nutrition;
• Egyptian strength pepper is specially bred for regions with cool climates;
• the fruits are well preserved and can withstand long-term transportation;
• The variety is resistant to diseases and does not need to be treated with chemicals.

There are no downsides to the Egyptian Strength pepper. Please note that the amount of ascorbic acid in the composition will vary depending on weather conditions.

Comparison with similar varieties

Pepper Egyptian strength is similar in characteristics and descriptions to the following varieties:

• Daria;
• Cossack;
• Marinka's tongue;
• Siberian prince.
• Charm.

Daria is an early-ripening pepper, ripens 111-115 days after the appearance of the first shoots. Large, cone-shaped bright scarlet fruits reach a length of 14 cm. On average, one specimen weighs 150 grams. Wall thickness - 0.5 cm. Productivity per 1 sq. m − 7 kg. Pepper is distinguished by its smooth ripening, high taste and resistance to diseases such as fusarium and verticillium wilt. Refers to medium-sized plants with a bush height of 60-80 cm.

Cossack is in many ways comparable in characteristics and description of the variety to the Egyptian Power pepper. Included in the State Register in 2008. The vegetable is early ripening, the bush is closed, low-growing, the foliage is green, slightly wrinkled. The height of the stem is 45 cm and does not require shaping. The fruits are cone-shaped with a pronounced glossiness, 10-11 cm long. The number of nests is 2-3 pcs. On average, the weight of one pepper varies within 110 grams. The walls are quite thick - 7-8 mm. The variety tolerates temperature changes well and is not demanding of heat. Characterized by good fruit set even at low temperatures. From 1 sq. m. you can collect up to 5 kg of tasty, aromatic pepper with a high content of vitamins A, C and P. The vegetable has good shelf life and transportability.

Marinka's tongue appeared thanks to Ukrainian breeders. The fruits are elongated, cone-shaped, red, 14-15 cm long and weighing up to 200 g. The height of the bush does not exceed 0.7 m. Among the advantages of the variety, good resistance to adverse weather conditions and high yield should be highlighted. Vegetables at the stage of biological maturity are juicy and have a pleasant and aromatic peppery taste. From 1 plant you can collect up to 15 large fruits. Pepper is resistant to wilt and tobacco mosaic. The plant feels good both in open and protected ground.

Sweet pepper Siberian Prince was included in the State Register in 2006 for the West Siberian region. Unlike Egyptian strength, the variety is tall. The peppers are drooping, cone-shaped, and red when fully ripe. Ripening period is 106-114 days. For 1 sq. m. in a greenhouse grows up to 5.5 kg of peppers. In open ground you can expect to get 3 kg of fruit per square meter. The vegetable requires watering and fertilizing, which increases the chances of a good harvest. The manufacturer characterizes the taste of pepper as good with medium aroma.

Charm is a hybrid with high yield and good fruit set. Despite their early ripeness, peppers grow sweet and juicy. To achieve technical ripeness, 110-112 days must pass after emergence. Unlike Egyptian strength, the variety requires the formation of a bush. The weight of the fruit is less than that of the latter and averages 70-100 g. The wall thickness is also inferior - a maximum of 5.5 mm. The vegetable crop tolerates sharp temperature fluctuations well. For 1 sq. m. plant produces an average of 12 kg of pepper.

For which regions is the variety suitable?

Pepper Egyptian strength is an early ripening pepper. Full ripening of the fruits is observed already 90 days after seed germination. This feature makes it possible to grow this variety in regions with short summers.

Important! Even in bad weather conditions, the fruits have time to ripen before the first frost.

Early ripening variety suitable for regions with poor weather conditions

Breeding history

Experts from Novosibirsk have been working on the development of this pepper for several years already in this century. According to the originators of the variety, Egyptian Strength pepper has an excellent taste and a variety of minerals and vitamins in the fruit.

Photo of Egyptian Power pepper

This bell pepper was included in the Russian State Register in 2022. According to the description, it has high immunity to most diseases, and the plant can withstand significant drops in temperature.

The Egyptian Strength pepper variety is intended for planting in open ground gardens, as well as in greenhouses in many Russian regions.

Disease resistance of the variety

The Egyptian Strength pepper variety is characterized by strong immunity. This vegetable is practically not infected with the main types of diseases that occur in greenhouse plants. But it is important to protect peppers from pest attacks:

• slugs;
• aphids;
• spider mite.

Important! The most effective way to combat aphids on plants is to spray them with garlic infusion during the growing season. But this option is only suitable if there are not very many insects. In case of a massive attack, insecticides must be used.

To combat spider mites, Akarin effectively helps. To prevent slugs from appearing on the bushes, you need to properly care for the plants, regularly weed the beds, loosen the soil, and inspect the condition of the leaves.

To combat insects, it is important not to plant very densely; it is recommended to sprinkle a layer of wood ash on the surface of the soil. This will help repel slugs.

Egyptian strength pepper requires pest control

Features of agricultural technology

Pepper is early, you should work with seeds from February-March. The seedling period lasts until the end of the last frost. Plants can be planted either in open ground or in a greenhouse - the conditions are selected depending on the climate.

Advice. Bushes must be placed evenly, up to 4 pcs per m2.

To keep plants warmer, many gardeners practice planting them on a hay bed. You can use dried grass or straw dust. This method allows you to reduce the amount and frequency of fertilizing, and also prevents the root system from freezing.

Pepper does not require spraying; the crop is extremely rarely affected by diseases. It is possible to use natural compounds (soap, garlic) to control pests.

Advantages

The main advantages of bell pepper Egyptian strength include:

1. Increased resistance to negative climatic conditions;
2. the harvest ripens almost simultaneously;
3. precocity;
4. pleasant taste of Egyptian strength pepper;
5. the harvested crop has a universal purpose;
6. fruiting is good for a determinate variety;
7. high resistance to a number of diseases of vegetable plants of the nightshade family;
8. pepper bushes of this variety can grow quietly in conditions of high humidity;
9. the fruit contains an increased amount of ascorbic acid;
10. thick-walled pepper Egyptian strength (up to 10 mm);
11. unpretentiousness of bell pepper of this variety in care;
12. the possibility of growing in garden beds and in greenhouse conditions;
13. good transportability;
14. Possibility of long-term storage under appropriate conditions.

Since the variety is grown by farmers for only a few seasons, vegetable growers are not yet talking about its shortcomings. Only a few of them mention that the germination rate of seed material is far from 100%.

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Features of care

Plants need regular watering, loosening the soil and fertilizing. During the season, the Egyptian Strength variety is recommended to be fertilized up to 4-5 times.

It is not recommended to plant vegetables in a place where nightshades (pepper, tomato, potato, etc.) have been growing for the next 4-5 years. Legumes, pumpkin and greens are considered acceptable predecessors.

General characteristics of the variety and fruits

Sweet pepper Egyptian power is grown both in open beds and in greenhouses. Refers to varieties with early ripening: it reaches technical ripeness in 96-98 days from the beginning of emergence.

The bush is compact, no more than 0.5 m high. The leaves of the plant are medium in size, green in color with mild wrinkles.

The variety got its name due to the original appearance of the fruit and strong immunity.

Peppers are cone-shaped, resembling a pyramid, with a glossy, smooth surface. The weight of one ripe specimen is 130-150 g, length – up to 12 cm. The walls are thick (from 0.6 to 1 cm), the flesh is juicy and fleshy, the number of nests is 3.

Unlike ordinary early-ripening varieties, which have a bland taste, Egyptian Strength is a very sweet and aromatic pepper.

The fruits are green when technically ripe, but as they ripen they acquire a rich red color (see photo).

The content of ascorbic acid in mature peppers is 198 mg%. The amount of vitamin does not depend on the weather conditions under which the vegetable was grown.

The yield in greenhouse shelters is up to 6-8 kg per 1 sq. m. In open ground, on average, they get 5 kg per 1 sq. m. m. The variety stands out among similar ones due to the simultaneous ripening of fruits.

The finished product at the stage of biological maturity is ideal for preparing fresh salads, canning and stuffing. When frozen, it forms even more vitamins and other useful substances.

Further care for Egyptian strength peppers

In the future, peppers of this variety should be regularly watered, fertilized, and loosened the soil.

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Watering regime for peppers

Although Egyptian strength pepper can easily tolerate excessive soil moisture, you should not add too much water to the soil during watering. It is better to water more often, but little by little, so that the top layer is moistened to a depth of 20-25 cm.

Advice!

Plants need to be watered in the root zone so that drops of water do not fall on the foliage and fruits. Watering is usually carried out in the morning or evening with warm, settled water.

How to water bell peppers

Loosening and weeding

After watering, you need to loosen the soil to a depth of 3 cm, being careful not to damage the root system of the peppers.

At the same time, all weeds on which pests can live are removed.

Feeding

In total, the Egyptian strength pepper variety is fed at the place of growth no more than 5 times per season:

• in the spring, a couple of weeks after transplanting the seedlings to a permanent place;
• during flowering;
• during the period of active formation of ovaries;
• a couple of times during fruit ripening.

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Before flowering begins, nitrogen fertilizers are applied under the Egyptian Power pepper bushes. And from the beginning of budding, superphosphate and potassium salt should be added to the beds.