Fish Pepper Seeds
Fish Pepper Seeds
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Heat Level:
- Grower Experience Level: Intermediate
- Plant Size: 3 ft.
- Pod Size: 3 in.
- Days to Harvest: 80 - 89 days
- Origin: Caribbean
- Species: Annuum
- SHU: 5,000-30,000+
Each pepper seed pack includes 10+ seeds. For orders with more than 1,000 seeds, please request bulk packaging.
Description:
Description:
🐟 Fish Pepper Seeds – Heirloom, Variegated & Perfect for Seafood Dishes
The Fish Pepper is an eye-catching heirloom chili with a rich history and truly unique appearance. Once a secret ingredient in Caribbean and African American seafood recipes, this pepper was reintroduced to gardeners by William Woys Weaver in 1995 and has since become a favorite for its beauty, versatility, and flavor.
Fish Pepper plants are incredibly productive and easy to grow, thriving in both gardens and containers. Their striking variegated leaves and multi-colored pods make them just as stunning as they are flavorful. The peppers ripen through an incredible color range: creamy white → light green with dark stripes → orange → and finally deep red-brown.
Mild-to-medium in heat (similar to Jalapeño or Cayenne), the Fish Pepper offers a rich, slightly sweet flavor with a subtle seafood-friendly kick. Traditionally used in oyster and crab house sauces across the Northeast, it remains a top choice for seafood lovers, hot sauce makers, and ornamental gardeners alike. Pair these Fish Pepper Seeds with our Raised Garden Beds and handy Tool Collection to help your plants thrive from start to finish.
🌱 Pepper Details
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Species: Capsicum annuum
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Heat Level: Medium (5,000–30,000 Scoville Heat Units)
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Flavor: Bright, slightly sweet, with gentle heat
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Plant Height: 18–24 inches; compact and bushy
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Fruit Size: 2–3 inches long; tapered pods
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Color Progression: Cream → Green Striped → Orange → Red-Brown
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Best Uses: Hot sauces, seafood, ornamental gardening
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Growth Habit: Heavy producer; thrives in pots or garden beds
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Growing Instructions
Growing Instructions
Getting Started
So, you've received your seeds and are wondering what's next? At Pepper Joe's, we're committed to equipping you with everything you need to succeed in germinating the pepper seeds you've chosen. Our mission is to introduce you to a diverse array of pepper varieties, setting the stage for an exciting and rewarding gardening experience. Let's dive into the essentials together.
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What You'll Need
Seed Starting SuppliesSoil and Tray Method
- Water
- Seed Starting Soil Mix of Choice (seed starting mix is different than potting soil.)
- Seed Germination Tray
- Humidity Dome
- Heat Mat
- Temperature Controller
- Plant Light
- Plant Labels
- Dibber or similar object
- Gloves (optional, but if you're dealing with super-hot peppers, oil may still be on the seed)
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Plant your Seeds
- Pre-saturate your seed starting soil mix. Ensure the seed starting mix is fully saturated prior to planting your seed.
- Make a ¼-inch hole in the center of each seed starting cell. A #2 pencil eraser is a great tool for making these holes.
- Place your seed and cover gently with soil.
You can plant up to 4 seeds per cell to help ensure successful germination.
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Starting Peppers from Seed4. Place your heat mat under your base tray and your humidity dome on top. For best results, set your temperature controller between 75 - 80 degrees.
5. Place your plant light above the seed starting tray and turn on. Refer to the plant light manufacturers instructions for the optimal distance. Plant light should remain on for 14 to 16 hours per day.
6. Enjoy watching them grow! See our full instruction page below for more information.
