A large, luscious, deep-coloured pepper with a multitude of fruits for harvesting, this pepper is used in almost every single Mexican culinary dish. Highly prized for its intensely flavourful taste and versatility, it can be added on its own, or mixed with other chillies, to instantly spice up the life of any dish. Popular with homeowners, gardeners, and cooks for its culinary potential, it is a must have chilli for anybody with a kitchen. 2000-5000 Scoville units.
Planting: Year round in tropical climate; In temperate climates - Early spring, starting the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks prior the last frost date and transplanting outdoors after the danger of last frost is gone.
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil. Grows well in warm and hot climates.
Sowing Depth: ¼ inch (.6 cm) deep.
Spacing: Approximately 16 inches (40 cm) apart.
Light: Full sun.
Watering: Water frequently to keep soil moist, but not soggy.
Fertilising: Required for normal soils.
Harvest: 75 days.
