- Authors: Ugarova S.V., Dederko V.N.
- Year of approval: 2015
- Bush height, cm: 60-70
- Growth type: medium-sized
- Fruit shape: prismatic
- Fruit weight, g: 122-400
- Fruit color: green in technical ripeness, red in biological ripeness - dark red
- Ripening terms: early-mid-season
- Yield: fruitful
- Average yield: 4.6 kg / m2
Each variety has its own unique characteristics and characteristics. Goliath pepper has good yields, excellent appearance and excellent taste.
Breeding history
Pepper Goliath was developed by the authors Ugarova S.V. and Dederko V.N.Allowed for use in 2015, in the same year and was entered in the State Register.
Description of the variety
The crop belongs to universal groups and is suitable for growing in greenhouses and open field.
The originators stated that the pepper behaves well in winter greenhouses with heating. In this case, the yield is no different from the summer season.
Among the positive aspects, the taste of fresh vegetables and yield indicators are noted. And also due to its external data and the density of the peel, Goliath pepper easily transfers transportation over long distances, while it has good keeping rates (3-4 weeks).
Another plus noted by gardeners is that you can collect future seedlings from existing fruits and grow your own culture.
Among the shortcomings, one can note the too large dimensions of the fruit and the inability to freeze it entirely. And also the culture needs good lighting and very nutritious soil.
Characteristics of the appearance of plants and fruits
The bush is strong, medium-sized. Reaches a length of 60-70 cm. The crown is semi-spreading. Leaves are dark green, slightly waxy bloom. The surface is slightly wrinkled, but in general the leaf blade is smooth.
The ovary is formed after 7 leaves, and then every 2. On average, up to 13 fruits are formed on one bush. White buds. The type is female.
The root system develops well, but does not grow much. It is located very close to the surface of the earth, so this is worth remembering when loosening is carried out.
The fruits are very large. They are prismatic in shape. The mass of medium vegetables varies from 120 to 200 g. The maximum weight is 400 g.
During the period of technical maturity, the fruits have a green tint, and when fully ripe, they become red or dark red. The rind has a glossy sheen.
3-4 chambers are formed inside. The seeds are small, white, and not empty. The pulp is juicy and fleshy, firm. The wall thickness is 8-10 mm.
Purpose and taste
The fruits have a pleasant sweet taste without bitterness.
The purpose of the variety is universal. Suitable for salads or fresh consumption. And also for a composition of appetizers. Less often it is used for first and second courses, and vegetables have to be cut for freezing or canning.
Ripening terms
The ripening period of the culture is early-mid-season. Fruit formation takes on average 115-120 days. The number of days may increase or decrease depending on the growing region.
Yield
The variety has a good yield. Up to 12 fruits are formed on one bush. Therefore, on average, 4.6 kg can be removed from 1 m2.
Growing regions
Best of all, Goliath pepper shows itself in the following regions:
Central;
TsCHO;
North Caucasian;
Ural;
northern;
East Siberian;
Nizhnevolzhsky.
Landing scheme
For the good development of the bushes, summer residents recommend planting seedlings of 3 pieces per 1 m2.
To get a large and tasty harvest of pepper, you need to take care of the seedlings in advance. When growing pepper seedlings, you need to correctly determine the sowing time, pre-sowing seed treatment, prepare the necessary container and soil.
Growing and care
Peppers are often grown in seedlings, even in the southern regions. This will ensure good root development.
In order to germinate a culture at home, it is necessary to prepare seedling boxes and material.
You can choose small containers, since the peppers (especially young seedlings) have a not very developed root system. It does not deepen so deeply, so the height of the container can be only 10 cm, and soil can be poured at the level of 5-7 cm.
The culture behaves well in both individual pots and drawers. Therefore, here the choice is up to the gardener.
Seeds should be pre-treated against possible pests or fungal diseases. A solution of manganese or aloe is suitable for processing.
And also the material can be additionally soaked in the growth stimulant liquid, or this fertilizer can be added directly to the soil.
After sowing, the containers are closed and stowed in a dark place for the seeds to hatch. Further, the containers can be removed to the windowsill, periodically water the bushes and fertilize.
A place for planting peppers should be selected in advance and ennobled (dig up and add useful minerals).
Caring for the culture is quite simple, it is necessary to follow some rules of agricultural technology, and then the culture will bear fruit well.
Watering should be done 1-2 times a week. But a lot will depend on the climate and weather conditions. After watering, you should loosen the ground around the bush, while removing all the weeds. This will help the seedling receive all the beneficial trace elements, and also reduce the risk of insect infestation. Top dressing is actively carried out during the growing season and the formation of fruits. It is best to add nitrogen-containing minerals, as well as potassium and phosphorus.
To harvest a tasty and rich harvest of pepper, you need to comply with all the conditions of agricultural technology, and proper care begins with planting plants. Before planting pepper in open ground, it should be prepared. It is also important to take care of the seedlings and planting space in advance.
For good growth of pepper bushes and active fruiting, you need to regularly apply mineral and organic fertilizing to the soil.It is necessary not only to choose the right formulations, but also to use them at the right stage in the development of culture. The frequency of top dressing is always individual. It depends directly on the composition of the land on your site. The poorer the soil composition, the more often you will need to feed the pepper.
Pepper is one of the most common vegetables in home gardens. This culture is quite stable and unpretentious. However, under certain conditions, this plant can suffer from infections and harmful insects. Before treating peppers for diseases or pests, you need to find out the cause of the problem, otherwise the treatment may be ineffective.