Mad Hatter Pepper Plants – 1 Set Bishop’s Crown Seedlings 4-6 Inch Tall Mildly Spicy

Grow Your Own Mad Hatter Peppers

Growing your own peppers has never been easier with this set of two Mad Hatter Pepper Plants, also known as Bishop’s Crown Peppers. These 4-6 inch seedlings are ready to transplant and will reward you with a bountiful harvest of uniquely shaped, mildly spicy peppers. These plants are perfect for gardeners of all levels, providing both beauty and flavor to your garden and dishes.

Benefits: Enjoy fresh, mildly spicy peppers right from your garden. These peppers are great for salads, salsas, and grilling. The plants are also ornamental, adding a unique touch to your garden landscape. With proper care, these high-yielding plants will provide you with a continuous supply of peppers throughout the growing season.

Planting and Care

To ensure healthy growth, choose a location that receives full sun (6-8 hours daily) and has well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0. If planting in containers, use at least a 5-gallon pot per plant. Before transplanting the Bishop’s Crown Pepper Seedlings, harden them off by gradually exposing them to sunlight over 7-10 days. Plant the seedlings 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart, digging a hole slightly deeper than the root ball and planting up to the first set of leaves. Water thoroughly after transplanting to help the roots establish.

Consistent watering is crucial; keep the soil evenly moist but avoid overwatering. Water when the top 1 inch of soil is dry. Fertilize every 2-3 weeks during early growth with a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10). Once flowers appear, switch to a low-nitrogen fertilizer (5-10-10) to promote fruiting. These Mad Hatter plants can grow 3-4 feet tall, so provide support with small stakes or cages to prevent heavy fruit from weighing them down.

Pest and Disease Management

Keep an eye out for common pests such as aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites. If needed, use neem oil or insecticidal soap to control infestations. Prevent fungal diseases by ensuring good airflow and avoiding overhead watering. Harvesting can begin in 70-90 days when the peppers turn from green to bright red. Use scissors or pruners to cut the peppers off without damaging the plant. Enjoy the unique flavor and shape of your homegrown peppers!

Frequently Asked Questions

• How big do Mad Hatter Pepper Plants get? These plants can grow to be 3-4 feet tall, so be sure to provide adequate support as they mature.
• What kind of soil is best for Bishop’s Crown Peppers? They thrive in well-draining, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0.
• How often should I water my pepper plants? Keep the soil evenly moist, watering when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry.
• When is the best time to plant pepper seedlings? After hardening them off, transplant seedlings outdoors when the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed up.
• How long does it take for the peppers to mature? Expect to harvest your peppers in 70-90 days, once they have turned from green to bright red.