Capsicum annuum L.
Anka is a medium-early sweet pepper variety (Capsicum annuum L.) from Werbena. The packet contains 0.5 g of seeds.
Plant and fruits
- Low, compact bush about 50 cm tall with sturdy stems — no support needed.
- Elongated, triangular fruits weighing about 100 g.
- Walls about 6 mm thick and juicy; sweet taste with no heat.
- Fruits are pale, creamy yellow before ripening and intense red when ripe.
Growing
- Suitable for greenhouses and cold frames, and for pots on terraces and balconies; according to Polish retailers the variety is also grown in open ground.
- Sow for seedlings from February to April in seed trays or small pots.
- Transplant seedlings at 40–60 days old.
- Planting density: 2.5–3 plants per 1 m².
Use
For fresh eating, salads, preserving and freezing.
