The Sicilian Pepper tomato is a well-known mid-late tomato variety. The variety is indeterminate (having unlimited stem growth), intended for cultivation in open ground and requires staking to a support. The variety's seedlings are sown in March and planted in the ground in early May. The dive is carried out in the phase of the first leaf. It is recommended to form the plant into one stem. The bush reaches two meters in height and produces up to 5 kg of tomatoes.
Fruit characteristics
The fruits of “Sicilian pepper” grow in clusters of 4 pieces each. The tomatoes have a pepper-shaped shape and an average weight of 150 grams. The color is deep red, the flesh is fleshy. The fruits are juicy and tasty.Suitable for fresh consumption, canning and freezing.
Advantages and disadvantages
Among the advantages of the “Sicilian pepper”, gardeners note the following features:
- Good taste;
- Disease resistance;
- Long shelf life;
- High yield;
- Versatility of use.
The main disadvantage of the variety is its instability to cold weather.
Reviews from gardeners
The tomato variety “Sicilian pepper” is well known to many summer residents. We invite you to read the most interesting opinions about him.
- I read reviews about the good yield of “Sicilian pepper” and planted it in my dacha. I can’t say that the harvest was high. I don’t know why, but I couldn’t collect more than 2 kg from a bush. Maybe some mistake in care, although I seem to be an experienced gardener. (Olga Yurievna, Petrozavodsk)
- I carefully studied the materiel before planting the variety. I read the description, all the characteristics. To be honest, I expected more from tomatoes. They turned out tough and a little viscous in taste. But it is worth noting that they are excellent when marinated. (Alexander, Zelenodolsk)
- I always approach growing tomatoes responsibly. I do everything according to the rules, according to the instructions. This tactic never fails. As for the “Sicilian pepper,” timely loosening of the soil and removal of weeds is important for its good yield. And don’t forget about mineral fertilizers. (Farida Zakiryanovna, Aksubaevo village, Tatarstan)
- These are simply magical tomatoes! That time when the whole family is delighted. They are tasty and juicy. Suitable for salads, tomato juices and sauces, rolling into jars. You can also make dried ones. This variety is a real find for the housewife. (Olga Valerievna, Sochi)
- The problem with all indeterminates is that they are difficult to control in the greenhouse. They can grow to unrealistic sizes. And my “Sicilian pepper” has grown so much. We entered the greenhouse as if we were entering a fantastic forest. And then I read that it is generally only suitable for open ground. Gee. (Valentina, Kirov)
- This wonderful tomato was recommended to me by a neighbor. It does not require complex care and produces a good harvest. If you are not lazy, you can achieve significant success in growing Sicilian pepper. I got 3.5 - 4 kg per bush. The fruits are smooth and shiny, like from a store window. (Rosa, Naberezhnye Chelny)
