How to Grow Ivory Stripe
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Ivory Stripe
Capsicum annuum
vegetableIvory Stripe is an ornamental pepper variety producing small, elongated fruits that mature from green to creamy white with green stripes. These peppers are mildly hot and can be used fresh or dried, making them both decorative and functional in the garden. The plants are compact and highly productive, ideal for containers and borders.
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Example Ivory Stripe timeline · Pittsburgh, PA (Zone 6b)
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Plant Ivory Stripe
Around Apr 17Near Pittsburgh's average last spring frost.
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Tend & protect
Late spring–summerWatering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.
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Harvest Ivory Stripe
Around Jun 16≈ 60 days after planting
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Growing Conditions
Soil
Growing Zones
Find your zone →Thrives in zones 9b-11; can be grown as annual in zones 3-9 with protection
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Seedling
2-3 weeksSmall plants with 2-4 true leaves, cotyledons still present
Keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Provide 14-16 hours of light daily under grow lights. Maintain temperature 70-75°F.
Vegetative
3-4 weeksPlant develops multiple stems and leaves, becoming bushy and compact (8-12 inches tall)
Harden off seedlings before transplanting. Pinch growing tips to encourage branching. Begin fertilizing with balanced fertilizer every 2 weeks.
Flowering
2-3 weeksSmall white flowers appear at branch tips; plant reaches mature height of 12-18 inches
Switch to phosphorus-rich fertilizer to encourage fruit set. Ensure consistent watering and full sun. Temperature should remain 65-80°F.
Fruiting
4-6 weeksGreen fruits appear and elongate; peppers gradually change from green to white with green stripes
Maintain consistent watering schedule. Support branches if heavily laden. Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with balanced NPK.
Maturity/Harvest
Until frost or end of seasonFruits fully colored with distinctive ivory and green striped pattern; about 1-2 inches long
Harvest regularly to encourage continued production. Peppers can be picked when striped (immature) or left for deeper color development.
Companion Planting
Plan your garden →Plant with:
Avoid planting near:
Common Pests
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Spray with neem oil or insecticidal soap; increase humidity; remove affected leaves
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Spray with water; use insecticidal soap or neem oil; encourage beneficial insects
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Use yellow sticky traps; spray with neem oil or horticultural oil; remove heavily infested leaves
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Remove infested fruits; use pheromone traps; maintain sanitation
Uses
Fresh eating and cooking
CulinaryIvory Stripe peppers have a mild to moderate heat (5,000-30,000 Scoville Heat Units) and can be eaten fresh, sliced into salads, or used in cooking. They add visual interest and subtle heat to dishes. [source]
Drying and spice production
CulinaryThese peppers dry well and can be ground into flakes or powder for use as a mild spice throughout the year. Dried peppers retain their distinctive appearance and flavor. [source]
Garden and container decoration
OrnamentalThe striking white and green striped fruits make Ivory Stripe an excellent ornamental plant for borders, containers, and mixed plantings. Plants remain attractive throughout the fruiting season. [source]
Cut flowers and arrangements
HouseholdBranches with mature fruits can be cut and used in fresh floral arrangements or dried for longer-lasting decorative displays. The unique coloring adds visual appeal to bouquets. [source]
Nutritional and immune support
MedicinalLike all peppers, Ivory Stripe contains vitamin C and antioxidants beneficial for immune health and general wellness. Fresh peppers can be incorporated into a healthy diet. [source]
This is not medical advice. LizPlants is not a medical resource. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using plants medicinally.
Harvest Tips
Pick peppers when they reach 1-1.5 inches long and develop the characteristic white with green stripes coloration. Harvest regularly to promote continuous flowering. Use sharp pruning shears to avoid damaging the plant. Peppers can be used fresh, dried, or used as ornamental pods.
Fun Facts
- 🌱 Ivory Stripe peppers remain attractive on the plant for extended periods, making them popular for fall decorations and ornamental gardening.
- 🌱 Despite their delicate appearance, these peppers are quite hardy and productive, often producing dozens of fruits per plant during a growing season.
- 🌱 The unique striped coloration comes from natural pigmentation variation and is a stable trait in this variety, appearing consistently across the crop.
Gardening Terms
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