Overview
Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Capsicum, part of the Solanaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1C. Suggested uses include patio and container plants.
About
Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet' PBR is a bushy annual or biennial cultivar within the Capsicum genus, known for its simple, alternate foliage and tubular or bell-shaped flowers. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers sheltered positions. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. Suitable for patio and container planting, 'Trumpet' is hardy to H1C and is typically propagated by seed. Its season of interest spans summer and autumn.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Capsicum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1C
Plant details
Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors for further advice
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids, glasshouse whitefly, glasshouse red spider mite
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to grey moulds
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR?
Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR need?
Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
Is Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR hardy in the UK?
Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Capsicum annuum 'Trumpet'PBR?
Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors for further advice.
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- Capsicum annuum 'Incanto'PBR
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