Re: [CH] rocoto question

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>My plants are full of blossoms but they haven't
>produced any fruit yet.My question is,do they have to be in a cool
>environment to set fruit.When the temps get above 80 degrees,I shade them
>with a covering,hoping that would help set fruit.

They take a loooong time. Lower temps at night will also help. They will keep
the flower longer than any other Chile I have seen. Have had plants keep
flowers 6-7 weeks before dropping if not pollinated. I think they are the most
beautiful Chile plants of all.

Enjoy the heat,
Steve

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