Red Rocoto Pepper Seeds
Red Rocoto Pepper Seeds
Each pepper seed pack includes 10+ seeds. For orders with more than 1,000 seeds, please request bulk packaging.
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Heat Level:
- Grower Experience Level: Intermediate
- Plant Size: 4 ft.
- Pod Size: 2 in.
- Days to Harvest: 110+ Days
- Origin: Peru
- Species: Pubescens
- SHU: 30,000-100,000
Description:
Description:
You ever heard of the saying "an apple a day keeps the doctor away?" Well, whoever made that phrase up must have had the Red Rocoto Pepper in mind! Native to Peru and Bolivia, this pepper lives up to its "apple chile" translation with a vibrant red color, similar shape, and juicy citrus flavor!
Similar to the Red Manzano in looks, the Rocoto pepper plant grows up to 4 ft. tall, blooms vibrant blue flowers with hairy leaves, and produces pepper pods that are shaped like small 2" bright red apples. Red Rocoto peppers have thick, sturdy pod flesh, feature unique black seeds and pack a significantly hotter punch than it's cousin, the Manzano. Watch these peppers ripen from green to red when they're ready to harvest. You'll want to grow these pepper plants in cooler climates or in partial shade in your own backyard. Keep these plants away from frost, and you can count on a steady harvest year after year.
The Rocoto come with a decent amount of heat, ranging from 30,000-100,000 SHUs. Depending on how hot you like your food, you can chop these peppers up and add them to fresh foods like salads and dressings, or you can roast them, cook them, and even dry them for a spicy addition to any meal.
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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
- #2 Pencil 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.
