{"product_id":"uchu-cream-capsicum-annuum-2l-pot","title":"Uchu Cream (Capsicum annuum) 2L Pot","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"18039\" data-end=\"18152\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eUchu Cream is an ornamental and edible chilli variety grown for its variegated foliage and colour-changing fruit.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18154\" data-end=\"18399\"\u003eThe leaves display cream and green patterning, which may be accompanied by purple colouring on stems and foliage. Slender peppers are held upright and begin pale cream or light green before changing through orange and eventually ripening to red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18401\" data-end=\"18562\"\u003eThe fruit has medium heat and can be used fresh or dried. The plant’s compact habit and patterned foliage also make it suitable for decorative container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18564\" data-end=\"18675\"\u003eIn the UK, Uchu Cream can be grown in a greenhouse, conservatory, sunny windowsill or sheltered patio position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tzp6e8\" data-start=\"18677\" data-end=\"18693\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"18695\" data-end=\"19393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18695\" data-end=\"18714\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003cbr data-start=\"18730\" data-end=\"18733\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18733\" data-end=\"18749\"\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uchu Cream Chilli\u003cbr data-start=\"18767\" data-end=\"18770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18770\" data-end=\"18787\"\u003ePlant family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solanaceae\u003cbr data-start=\"18798\" data-end=\"18801\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18801\" data-end=\"18811\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy annual or short-lived tender perennial\u003cbr data-start=\"18865\" data-end=\"18868\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18868\" data-end=\"18889\"\u003ePotential height:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30–60 cm under suitable conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"18938\" data-end=\"18941\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"18941\" data-end=\"18953\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Variegated cream and green leaves, sometimes with purple colouring\u003cbr data-start=\"19020\" data-end=\"19023\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"19023\" data-end=\"19035\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small pale or purple-tinged flowers\u003cbr data-start=\"19071\" data-end=\"19074\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"19074\" data-end=\"19084\"\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slender, upright peppers changing from cream or pale green to orange and red\u003cbr data-start=\"19161\" data-end=\"19164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"19164\" data-end=\"19179\"\u003eHeat level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium and naturally variable\u003cbr data-start=\"19209\" data-end=\"19212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"19212\" data-end=\"19225\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun or very bright partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"19263\" data-end=\"19266\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"19266\" data-end=\"19283\"\u003eSuitable for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouses, conservatories, patios, windowsills and containers\u003cbr data-start=\"19347\" data-end=\"19350\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"19350\" data-end=\"19364\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender and not frost hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"lg9buc\" data-start=\"19395\" data-end=\"19412\"\u003eGrowing Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19414\" data-end=\"19563\"\u003eGrow your Uchu Cream in fertile, well-draining compost in a warm and bright position. Good light encourages stronger variegation and fruit colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19565\" data-end=\"19729\"\u003eKeep the compost evenly moist during active growth but avoid waterlogging. Acclimatise indoor-grown plants gradually before placing them in strong outdoor sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19731\" data-end=\"19867\"\u003eFeed with a balanced liquid fertiliser during early growth. Change to a high-potassium tomato feed once flowers or young peppers appear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19869\" data-end=\"19997\"\u003eThe plant can remain in a relatively compact container but will benefit from additional root space if a larger crop is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"19999\" data-end=\"20085\"\u003ePlants grown outside should only be moved outdoors after the risk of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20087\" data-end=\"20161\"\u003eUchu Cream may sometimes be overwintered in a bright, frost-free position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tal2ih\" data-start=\"20163\" data-end=\"20184\"\u003eFruiting in the UK\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20186\" data-end=\"20284\"\u003eUchu Cream can flower and fruit successfully in the UK when provided with warmth and strong light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20286\" data-end=\"20430\"\u003eFruit may appear in several colours at the same time because individual peppers ripen at different rates. Fully mature peppers are normally red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"tfec9\" data-start=\"20432\" data-end=\"20456\"\u003eWhat You Will Receive\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20458\" data-end=\"20600\"\u003eYou will receive one Uchu Cream Chilli plant growing in a 2-litre pot. Plants are typically dispatched at approximately 20–30 cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20602\" data-end=\"20756\"\u003eThe amount and pattern of variegation will vary naturally. Young plants may not yet display the full foliage and fruit colouring seen on mature specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"v6q9sf\" data-start=\"20758\" data-end=\"20782\"\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20784\" data-end=\"20880\"\u003eVariegation is naturally variable and cannot be guaranteed to appear identically on every plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20882\" data-end=\"20986\"\u003eThe peppers are hot. Wear gloves when preparing the fruit and wash your hands thoroughly after handling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tropical Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"20-30cm","offer_id":56352037601620,"sku":"CHIUCHUC","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tropicalplantnursery.co.uk\/products\/uchu-cream-capsicum-annuum-2l-pot","provider":"Tropical Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}