{"product_id":"rocoto-manzano-capsicum-pubescens-2l-pot","title":"Rocoto manzano (Capsicum pubescens) 2L Pot","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRocoto Manzano is a Capsicum pubescens chilli grown for its rounded, apple-shaped fruit and thick, juicy flesh.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name manzano means “apple tree” in Spanish and refers to the shape of the peppers. The plant develops softly hairy leaves and stems, purple flowers and dark brown to black seeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit colour varies between Rocoto Manzano seed lines, although red is the most commonly grown form. The rounded peppers have thick walls and a fruity flavour followed by strong heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRocoto Manzano can be used for stuffing, roasting, sauces, relishes and cooked dishes. It is closely associated with Central and South American cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the UK, Rocoto Manzano can be grown in a greenhouse, polytunnel or sheltered outdoor position. It is more tolerant of cool summer conditions than many Capsicum chinense varieties but is not frost hardy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Capsicum pubescens\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon names:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rocoto Manzano, Manzano Pepper, Apple Chilli\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant family:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solanaceae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHabit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Vigorous, branching tender perennial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePotential height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 1.2–2 metres under suitable conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Green, softly hairy leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Purple flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Rounded, thick-walled peppers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dark brown to black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeat level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun or bright partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Greenhouses, polytunnels, patios and large containers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Tender and not frost hardy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Advice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrow your Rocoto Manzano in fertile, moisture-retentive but well-draining compost. Move the plant into a large, stable container as it develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the compost consistently moist throughout active growth. Avoid repeated wilting, particularly while the plant is flowering and carrying fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlace the plant in a bright position with good ventilation. Rocotos may benefit from some afternoon shade during very hot greenhouse conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid fertiliser during early growth. Change to a high-potassium feed once flowers or young fruit appear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe long, branching stems may require support, particularly once the plant begins carrying mature peppers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRocoto Manzano is perennial and can be overwintered in a bright, frost-free position. Established plants often develop woody stems and may produce an earlier crop in following seasons.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruiting in the UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRocoto Manzano requires a long growing season, and the thick-walled peppers can take several months to ripen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruit production is possible in sheltered outdoor locations, but greenhouse or polytunnel cultivation gives more reliable results.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou will receive one healthy Rocoto Manzano Chilli plant growing in a 2-litre pot. Plants are typically dispatched at approximately 20–30 cm tall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung plants may not yet display purple flowers, dark seeds or fruit. Fruit shape and mature colouring may vary according to the seed line and growing conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRocoto Manzano peppers are hot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear gloves when harvesting, cutting or preparing the fruit. Avoid touching your eyes or face and wash your hands thoroughly after handling.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"20-30cm","offer_id":56352048742740,"sku":"CHIROCMA","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicalplantnursery.co.uk\/products\/rocoto-manzano-capsicum-pubescens-2l-pot","provider":"Tropical Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}