Guajillo Pepper Seeds
Guajillo Pepper Seeds
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Heat Level:
- Grower Experience Level: Beginner
- Plant Size: 3 ft.
- Pod Size: 4 in.
- Days to Harvest: 80 - 89 days
- Origin: Mexico
- Species: Annuum
- SHU: 2,000-5,000
Each pepper seed pack includes 10+ seeds. For orders with more than 1,000 seeds, please request bulk packaging.
Description:
Description:
🌶️ Guajillo Pepper Seeds – Sweet, Smoky & Mildly Spicy Mexican Classic
The Guajillo Pepper is one of Mexico’s most popular and flavorful chiles, loved for its deep red color, fruity sweetness, and mild smoky heat. Known as the dried version of the Mirasol pepper, the Guajillo has a rich, slightly earthy flavor that makes it a staple in mole, salsas, and adobo sauces across Mexican cuisine.
These compact, high-yielding plants reach 2–3 feet tall and produce beautiful, slender 3–6 inch pods that ripen from green to a glossy brownish-red. As the peppers dry, they take on their signature wrinkled, raisin-like texture and develop a smooth, tangy sweetness with a subtle spice — perfect for drying, grinding, and cooking.
🌶️ Guajillo vs. Mirasol – What’s the Difference?
The Mirasol pepper is the fresh version of this chile, offering a slightly brighter, fruitier taste, while the Guajillo is the dried form that brings deeper, smokier flavor and a more complex sweetness. Both come from the same plant, but Guajillo is the version used for traditional Mexican sauces thanks to its rich, mellow heat and stunning red hue.
If you’re looking to grow an authentic pepper used in countless Mexican dishes, the Guajillo delivers both flavor and versatility straight from your garden.
🌱 Pepper Details
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Species: Capsicum annuum
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Heat Level: Mild (2,500–5,000 SHU)
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Flavor: Sweet, smoky, and mildly spicy with fruity notes
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Plant Height: 2–3 ft tall
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Fruit Size: 3–6 inches long; ~1 inch wide
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Color: Green → Deep Brownish-Red
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Texture: Wrinkled, raisin-like skin
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Best Uses: Mole, salsas, sauces, seasoning paste, drying, and grinding
Find everything you need to start your Guajillo Pepper Seeds strong with our full range of Grow Supplies, including seed-starting trays, hand tools, and fertilizers.
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.
