Capsicum annuum
The ‘Shishito’ is finding its way into many restaurants as a popular appetizer. The 2″–4″ slender peppers have a citrusy, slightly smoky flavor enhanced by grilling or sautéing, and can be the life of the party when an occasional hot one passes the mouth of the unsuspecting. Highly productive plants. Plants grow up to 24″-36″ tall. Botanical Interests’® Shishito Chile Pepper Seeds are USDA Organic and have been verified by The Non-GMO Project.
This packet yields approximately 20 plants when started indoors.
60-75 days to maturity.
Outdoors: For Mild Climates only: Sow 2-4 weeks after average last frost, when soil temperature is at least 70°F.
Indoors: Sow 8-10 weeks before transplanting. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F. Transplant seedlings outside 2-4 weeks after your average last frost date, and when daytime temperatures are at least 70°F, and nighttime temperatures are at least 55°F. In mild climates, the seeds may be sown in late summer for fall/winter crop.
What is an heirloom seed?
An heirloom variety is one that has been passed down from generation to generation. Generally, the variety must have been around for at least 50 years. They are open-pollinated, which means they have been exposed to natural pollination methods like insects or winds. They aren’t hybrids or genetically modified.
