Red Jet F1 is an early-maturing hybrid sweet (bell) pepper on a compact plant. It sets fruit well under hot conditions, which is a common problem for sweet pepper in Nigeria. Fruits are red and blocky and can also be picked green. It grows in both open fields and greenhouses and can be planted in the rainy or dry season. Stated resistances include Tm 0-2, Xcv 1-3 and PVY.
Product details
- Crop: Sweet pepper (bell pepper)
- Variety: Red Jet F1
- Type: Hybrid F1, compact, early
- Fruit: blocky, green to red
- Growing: open field or greenhouse, rainy or dry season
- Resistances: Tm 0-2, Xcv 1-3, PVY (as stated)
- Pack size: as listed; check label for seed count
How to plant
- Sow in trays or a shaded nursery bed, about 0.5 cm deep.
- Transplant at 5–6 weeks old (4–6 true leaves), preferably in the evening.
- Space plants about 40–50 cm apart in rows 60–75 cm apart; compact plants allow closer spacing in greenhouses.
- Plant in the rainy or dry season; use irrigation in the dry season.
Care after planting
- Water evenly; drought at flowering causes flower drop.
- Feed with NPK at transplanting and add calcium and potassium during fruiting.
- Harvest green for early sales or leave to turn red for higher prices.
- Watch for thrips, mites and whiteflies, which spread viruses.
Frequently asked questions
Does Red Jet F1 set fruit in hot weather?
Yes. It is described as having strong fruit setting under hot conditions.
Can I grow Red Jet F1 in the open field?
Yes. It grows in both open fields and greenhouses.
Should I harvest green or red?
Both work. Green peppers come earlier; red ones take longer but often sell at a higher price.
How many seeds are in the pack?
Check the label on your pack for the exact seed count before planning your nursery.
Delivery
We deliver across Nigeria. Orders within Oyo State of ₦200,000 and above ship free, or you can pick up from our store. Need advice on the right product or quantity? WhatsApp us on 0810 845 2311.
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