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- Days to maturity
- 65–90 days
- Growth habit
- Bushy
- Breeder
- PanAmerican Seed
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Mad Hatter F1 is a Capsicum baccatum in the bishop's crown class, bred by PanAmerican Seed and named a 2017 AAS national winner. The fruit is a flattened disc with lobes or wings, 2 to 3.5 inches across, ripening red, with a delicate floral scent and a flavor that grows richer and sweeter as it matures. Bushy plants are large, 36 to 48 inches tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, bearing 40 to 50 fruits; the breeder's culture notes call for staking. Start seed 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting and wait for nights above 45 F, spacing 2 to 3 feet apart. Mature green at 65 to 70 days from transplant, red ripe at 85 to 90.
Mad Hatter F1 traits
- Capsicum baccatum, bishop's crown type
- Flattened, lobed disc-shaped fruit 2 to 3.5 inches
- Floral scent; sweetens as it ripens to red
- Bushy 36- to 48-inch plant, 2 to 3 feet wide
- 40 to 50 fruits per plant
- AAS national winner 2017, PanAmerican Seed
- Green at 65 days from transplant, red at 85
Good for
- Fresh salads
- Pickling whole
- Light cooking
Compare with other peppers and chilies varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mad Hatter F1 this page | 65–90 days | Bushy | — |
| Mexican Sunrise F1 | 60–65 days | Bushy | — |
| Mexican Sunset F1 | 60–65 days | Bushy | — |
| Pretty N Sweet F1 | 60 days | Bushy | — |
| San Joaquin F1 | 60 days | Bushy | — |
| Flaming Jade F1 | 75 days | Bushy | — |
| Gypsy hybrid | 55–65 days | Bushy | — |
Mad Hatter F1 FAQ
What kind of peppers and chilies is Mad Hatter F1?
Mad Hatter F1 is a Capsicum baccatum in the bishop's crown class, bred by PanAmerican Seed and named a 2017 AAS national winner. The fruit is a flattened disc with lobes or wings, 2 to 3.5 inches across, ripening red, with a delicate floral scent and a flavor that grows richer and sweeter as it matures.
How many days to maturity is Mad Hatter F1?
Mad Hatter F1 is listed at 65–90 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other peppers and chilies varieties, so check them in the peppers and chilies growing guide.
How does Mad Hatter F1 compare with other peppers and chilies varieties?
Mad Hatter F1: 65–90 days, bushy. Similar peppers and chilies varieties include Mexican Sunrise F1 (60–65 days), Mexican Sunset F1 (60–65 days), Pretty N Sweet F1 (60 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Mad Hatter F1 good for?
Mad Hatter F1 is grown for fresh salads, pickling whole, light cooking.
Sowing, care and common problems
Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every peppers and chilies variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.
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Source
Source: All-America Selections
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