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- Days to maturity
- 56–81 days
- Listed for
- United States
Overview
Islander, a Johnny's F1 hybrid, is grown as much for the show as for the eating. Medium-size, 3-lobed, thick-walled bells start out a light lavender at 56 days, then pass through violet and yellow with orange streaks before finishing a rich dark red at about 81 days, so a plant often carries several colors at once. It resists tobacco mosaic virus. Plants are strong and medium tall, well suited to containers and patio beds where the color can be enjoyed. The fruit is mild and crisp at every stage; keep picking through the colors so the plant sets new fruit.
Islander traits
- F1 hybrid bell from Johnny's, 1997
- Lavender at 56 days, red ripe at 81 days
- Medium 3-lobed fruit with thick walls
- Mild, crisp flesh at any color stage
- Resistant to tobacco mosaic virus
- Compact enough for containers
Good for
- Ornamental edible planting
- Fresh salads
- Container growing
Compare with other peppers and chilies varieties
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| Variety | Days to maturity | Growth habit | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islander this page | 56–81 days | — | — |
| Cute Stuff Gold | 56 days | — | — |
| Frank's | 56 days | — | — |
| Ivory Banana | 56 days | — | — |
| Montana Wonder | 56–68 days | — | — |
| Apple | 57–77 days | — | — |
| Beauty Bell | 57 days | — | — |
Islander FAQ
What kind of peppers and chilies is Islander?
Islander, a Johnny's F1 hybrid, is grown as much for the show as for the eating. Medium-size, 3-lobed, thick-walled bells start out a light lavender at 56 days, then pass through violet and yellow with orange streaks before finishing a rich dark red at about 81 days, so a plant often carries several colors at once.
How many days to maturity is Islander?
Islander is listed at 56–81 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 Islander compare with other peppers and chilies varieties?
Islander: 56–81 days. Similar peppers and chilies varieties include Cute Stuff Gold (56 days), Frank's (56 days), Ivory Banana (56 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.
What is Islander good for?
Islander is grown for ornamental edible planting, fresh salads, container growing.
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.
- Peppers and Chilies growing guide
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- Hot Chili Pepper Growing Calendar: A Season That Runs Half the Year
- Hot Chili Pepper Problems: Pests, Rots and Pods That Never Color
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Source
Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)
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