Jyeshta (HPH-2202)

Attribute Details
Brand Syngenta
Variety Jyeshta (HPH-2202)
Crop Hot Pepper / Chilli
Plant Habit Erect, vigorous hybrid
Fruit Traits Smooth, uniform, medium-to-long chillies; attractive green, turns red on maturity
Maturity (First Picking) ~55–60 days after transplanting (season dependent)
Usage Fresh green market & drying
Adaptability Performs well across Kharif, Rabi & Summer under recommended practices
Special Features High yield potential, good field tolerance, market-preferred fruit quality
Key Features & Benefits
Uniform, glossy fruits with strong market appeal.
Vigorous plants with consistent setting and picking.
Dual-purpose: suitable for both green harvest and dry chilli.
Good field tolerance under varied growing conditions.
Sowing & Cultivation Guidelines
Seed Rate: ~150–200 g per acre (nursery raised seedlings).
Nursery: Use sterile media; transplant healthy seedlings at 25–30 days.
Spacing: ~60 cm (row) × 45 cm (plant); adjust to vigor & local practice.
Fertilizer: Follow soil-test–based NPK; split nitrogen; supplement Ca, Mg & B for fruit quality.
Irrigation: Maintain uniform moisture; avoid stress at flowering and fruit set.
Plant Protection: Adopt IPM for thrips, mites, and foliar diseases as per local advisories.
Harvest: Begin green picks around 55–60 DATP; multiple pickings at regular intervals