Orange pepper Oreny F1 plants - Capsicum annuum

The Oreny F1 Pepper is a hybrid variety that stands out with the beautiful bright orange colour of its ripe fruits. Its peppers are square-shaped, fleshy and juicy, and have a mild, slightly sweet flavour. Each one measures about 7.5cm (3in) in length and 7cm (3in) in width, weighing up to 170 grams. They are particularly decorative. They are ideal stuffed or to add colour to kebabs, mixed with peppers of different hues. The plant produces about 900 grams of fruit in one season. This heat-demanding plant requires rich soil that remains slightly moist. Plant from April to June, after all risk of frost has passed. Harvest from August to October.

Peppers belong to the Solanaceae family and are divided into five major species: Capsicum annuum (the most common), C. baccatum, C. chinense, C. frutescens, and C. pubescens. The fruits are initially green and take on their definitive colour during ripening: red, yellow, brown, orange, purple, etc. Their shape varies: square, elongated, semi-long, etc.

Peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

In terms of cooking, peppers are used in many cuisines around the world and can be cooked in multiple ways. Peppers can be eaten raw or cooked, stuffed, marinated, grilled, in salads, ratatouilles, etc.

They are greedy plants that require rich soil and sun.

Harvest: the harvest takes place from August to October (or from July for some early varieties). Cut the stem with secateurs or a knife.

Storage: peppers can be stored in a refrigerator for several days. They can also be frozen or dried, or even preserved in water or oil once grilled.

Gardener's tip: we recommend mulching the soil with successive layers of clippings, if possible mixed with dead leaves. This protection keeps the soil moist and reduces weeds. You can also opt for a mineral mulch (bricks, slate, etc.) which will help accumulate heat.

When transplanting grafted plants, do not bury the graft point!