Sweet Pepper 'Red New Ace' Pot Veg 8.5cm
3 FOR £5
The ‘New Ace’ is an award-winning pepper variety that has a productive and gently sprawling habit. The dark green fruits produced by this variety turn red as they age, but can be harvested at any time. It is recommended to grow this variety in a greenhouse or polytunnel for optimal results. The peppers have a delicious flavour and can be used in salads, stuffed, roasted, or added to sauces.
Peppers are versatile plants that can be grown in various settings, either undercover in a greenhouse or polytunnel, or outdoors in a sheltered spot with full sun exposure. It is recommended to transplant well-grown plants into grow bags, containers or beds with fertile and well-drained soil.
When growing sweet peppers outdoors, it is important to gradually acclimatize them to outdoor conditions over a period of 7 to 10 days before transplanting to prevent transplant shock. To allow enough space for the plants to grow, peppers should be spaced 50cm apart.
Regular watering is essential for sweet pepper plants, particularly during the growing season. Once the first fruits have set, it is recommended to feed the plants weekly with a high-potash tomato feed to ensure optimal growth and fruit development. With proper care and attention, peppers can provide a bountiful harvest of delicious and nutritious fruits.
- Aspect: South-facing or West-facing
- Award Winner: Yes
- Common Name: Sweet Pepper 'Red New Ace'
- Exposure: Sheltered
- Harvesting Period: July to October
- Latin Name: Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Grossum Group) 'New Ace'
- Pot Size: 8.5cm
- Soil Type: Loam-Sand
- Sun Level: Full Sun
If you have changed your mind about an item you have purchased, you can return it within 14 days for a refund or exchange, as long as it is in its original condition and you have not used the product. For more information about returns and refunds, please visit our Returns Policy
This is intended as a guideline. Stock levels are constantly changing. We recommend confirming availability with the centre before your visit to avoid disappointment.