Overview
Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' is a bushy annual biennial in the genus Capsicum, part of the Solanaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' 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 var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' is a bushy annual or biennial cultivar of the Capsicum genus, known for its simple, alternate foliage and bell-shaped flowers. This sweet pepper thrives in full sun and prefers sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects with fertile, moist, well-drained soils ranging from loam to sand and an acid to neutral pH. Deciduous in nature, it is suitable for patio and container cultivation during the summer and autumn seasons. Propagation is best achieved by seed, following standard sowing guidelines for vegetables.
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 var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' 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 var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig'
- 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 var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig'?
Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' need?
Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' 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 var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' hardy in the UK?
Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig' 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 var. annuum (Longum Group) 'Robert Craig'?
Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors for further advice.
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