Aji Cachucha Purple Splotched - Seeds
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Aji Cachucha Purple Splotched - (Capsicum chinense)
Aji Cachucha Purple Splotched is a sweet mild variety from the Caribbean. Great for Salsas to add vibrant colors at its various stages of ripening. Fruits are 2-3 inches in diameter and an inch tall and have a thick flesh making them easy for stuffing. Ripens from green to purple on top then a beautiful orange glow and finally to a bright red. You will get very heavy production from these plants. Rare but gaining popularity due to how beautiful this variety is.
Heat level: 0-500 SHU - Sweet.
Flavor: Sweet and Unique - Similar to a Habanero but no heat.
Aji Challuaruro - Seeds
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Aji Challuaruro - (Capsicum baccatum) - Seeds
The Aji Challuaruro is a stunning heirloom pepper from Peru known for its vibrant color transitions, starting as white with purple speckles and ripening to yellowish orange or red. These slender, elongated pods, typically 4–6 inches long, grow pointing upward before drooping as they mature. With a fruity, citrus-like flavor and medium heat, the Aji Challuaruro is perfect for salsas, pickling, stir-fries, and drying into powder. The bushy, productive plants reach up to 5 feet tall and thrive in diverse conditions, making them a great choice for gardeners of all levels.
Heat level: 10,000 - 15,000 SHU – Mild.
Flavor: Fruity, Citrusy & Sweet.
Aji Charapita - Seeds
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Aji Charapita - (Capsicum chinense)
Everyone should grow this beautiful and one of a kind pepper in their garden!
This pepper was once the most expensive in the world! The north Peruvian jungle native is a wild bushy plant which produces hundreds of hot, small (.25 inch), round Tepin-like peppers. The Aji Charapita only recently became cultivated for commercial use. The fruity flavor adds a nice tropical touch to salsas and sauces. The Aji Charapita plant is wide and bushy, and from it, hundreds of these chilies can grow. Not terribly hot, but once you bite in it hits you right away like a smack in the face. Hard to believe such a tiny thing can pack such a quick punch. The heat does subside quickly making you want to pop another.
Heat level: 50,000-100,000 (SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Very Hot.
Flavor: Fruity and Citrusy.
Aji Charapita Pepper Seeds
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The Aji Charapita pepper, also known as the Wild Peruvian Chili Pepper, is a tiny pepper with blazing heat! These peppers are sold at very high prices to gourmet chefs around the world. Reports have said that it's the most expensive pepper in the world, selling for over $20,000 for a dried kilo!
Aji Charapita plants grow to about 3 ft. tall and produce hundreds of .25" peppers. Maturing from green to yellow, this crunchy, productive pepper can be grown on patios, in greenhouses, and in houses!
These delicious little Aji peppers have sweet, citrusy tones and are the same heat level as a Cayenne Pepper and will burn your tongue right away. This kind of heat makes the Aji Charapita great for drying and used for hot sauce and salsa!
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Aji Chombo - Seeds
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Aji Chombo - (Capsicum chinense)Native to the Panama region the Aji Chombo is a Caribbean winner! It is similar to the Habanero & Scotch Bonnet varieties in heat and flavor except some find them more intense and sweeter. Typically have thick walls and grow to around 2 inches long. Ripens to a bright red and the plants grow to 4 feet tall and provide a plentiful harvest.Heat level: 150,000 - 350,000(SHU) Scoville Heat Units Estimated - Hot!Flavor: Deep Intense Sweetness & Fruity.
Aji Colorado Pepper Seeds
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Aji Colorado peppers provide a unique blend of quick and intense heat followed by fervid sweet and fruity flavors. Originally found in the South American countries of Bolivia and Peru, you may find these peppers growing around the world and used for their versatile cooking abilities.
These Aji Colorado pepper plants will grow up to 4 ft. tall and bear tremendous amounts of fruit, so you’ll want to make sure these plants are staked and supported properly. Pods will grow between 4-6” long and change colors from green to a bright orange-red color at maturity. The skin is semi-smooth and crisp when you take a bite from one of these peppers.
The heat is slightly less than a Cayenne pepper, but will still provide enough of a kick to liven up any food dish. The thin walls of Aji Colorado peppers make for easy drying. Grind these peppers into flakes or powders and sprinkle them on foods such as meats, stews, and stir-fries. They also make for a great homemade sauce or salsa when chopped up.
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Aji Dulce Orange - Seeds
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Aji Dulce Orange - (Capsicum baccatum)
The Aji Dulce Orange Pepper is a sweet, mildly spicy pepper with vibrant orange, 2-inch wrinkled fruits that ripen from light green. Known for its carrot-like sweetness and hint of heat, this pepper is a staple in Latin American and Caribbean cuisines, ideal for seasoning, sauces, and fresh eating. Vigorous and highly productive, the plant yields an abundance of colorful, decorative pods. A beloved ingredient in dishes like Venezuelan Hallacas and Puerto Rican sofrito, it brings a rich flavor without intense heat, making it versatile for fresh use or freezing.
Heat level: 1,000 - 5,000 SHU – Mild.
Flavor: Carrot-like Sweetness.
Aji Dulce Pepper Seeds
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The Aji Dulce, AKA the Aji Cachucha, is quite a unique pepper. Native to the Caribbean, this strain came from grower Ed Fraser, with the help of Robert Hadad from Cornell University and friends in Puerto Rico, Ed could identify Line 7, clearly an authentic Puerto Rican Aji Dulce.
When growing an Aji Dulce, they reach about 1.5 ft. tall when they begin bearing fruit. They make for great container plants to grow bountiful 2" long peppers. The Aji Dulce ripens from lime green to red and has a habanero-like appearance that includes wrinkly skin and vibrant colors. These pepper plants yield better when started three weeks earlier than classic (C. annuum) peppers.
Like its shape, the Aji Dulce has the same aroma and flavor as habaneros. Its rich, tropical sweetness, smoky undertones, and mouth-watering zesty flavor make this pepper very addicting! Use Aji Dulce (Line 7) peppers fresh in salads, stir-fries, sofrito, and other Caribbean dishes. If you enjoy pickling, these peppers work great for that!
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Aji Gold (Limon) Pepper Seeds
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Looking for a pepper with great upfront heat and an extremely refreshing flavor? Try growing our Aji Gold Pepper Seeds! Most of the Aji varieties hail from Peru, and some come from Ecuador and Chile. Luckily for us, they managed to make their way out of Central America and into our gardens around the world!
Plant these seeds and watch them flourish into 3 ft. tall pepper plants that grow sturdy and strong! The Aji Gold not only brings these plant characteristics to the table, but it also yields a bountiful harvest! They produce (on average) 50-100 pods per plant, so be prepared for large harvests. Aji Gold pods ripen from green to their bright yellow color at maturity with a nice smooth texture.
Aji Gold peppers have decent heat (up to 30,000 SHUs) and a refreshing citrusy flavor that goes great with just about anything, including salads, soups, and many Spanish dishes. Get your hands on these delectable Aji Gold pepper seeds!
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Aji Guyana - Seeds
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Aji Guyana - (Capsicum baccatum)The Aji Guyana is named after the country of Guyana, located in the northern part of South America on the border with Venezuela.It's also known as Guyana or Little Bird of Guyana. The peppers have a wonderful medium heat with fruity and citrusy notes. Peppers get 5-6 inches in length and almost an inch wide.They grow quickly and are an extremely productive plant so it definitely needs to be staked up or supported. One of the better tasting Aji varieties.Heat level: 5,000 - 15,000(SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Mild/Medium.Flavor: Fruity & Citrusy & Tangy.
Aji Lemon Drop - Seeds
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Aji Lemon Drop - (Capsicum baccatum)
Also known as the Aji Limon Chilli is originally from Peru and is a very popular and sought after pepper. Great for seasoning, making salsas and hot sauces. The plant is an extremely prolific producer of these 2-inch-long peppers.
Heat level: 15,000 -30,000(SHU) Scoville Heat Units Estimated - Hot.
Flavor: Very Clean With Citrus Tangy Notes.
Aji Mango - Seeds
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Aji Mango - (Capsicum baccatum)The Aji Mango pepper is very similar to the popular Aji Lemon both in taste and heat level. The fruits mature to 3 inches long and ripen to a bright orange. Plants are extremely productive putting out 100's of pods on each plant which grow in size up to 3-4 feet tall. The plants are very bushy and do better when staked up or in cages. Great for pickling, salsas and even stuffing with cream cheese for a spicy appetizer.Heat level: 100,000 - 125,000 (SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Medium/Hot.Flavor: Very Sweet & Fruity.
Aji Mango Pepper Seeds
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The Aji Mango Pepper is a captivating chili variety originating from Peru. It is known for its fruity and citrusy taste similar to mangoes. Like the Aji Amarillo Pepper, it has a moderate heat level, catering to a broad palate range.
These elongated peppers begin with green to yellow and transition to a gorgeous orange as they reach full ripeness. Aji Mango Pepper Plants grow to about 3-4 feet tall and grow 2-3" sized pepper pods.
If you want to enjoy spice without overwhelming intensity, this pepper is right up your alley. It has a Scoville Heat Level of 100,000 to 150,000+ SHUs. Ideal for salsas, sauces, and marinades, the Aji Mango Pepper lends a tropical and mildly spicy kick to a variety of dishes. It is not only delicious, but it is also a visually stunning variety to add to your garden.
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Aji Monika - Seeds
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Aji Monika - (Capsicum baccatum)
The Aji Monika is a baccatum type with medium heat and a fruity flavor, these gorgeous peppers ripen to a pale yellow with subtle gold stripes. The stripes are more vivid in person than in photos, making this a truly beautiful and rare pepper. The filial generation is uncertain, so it may still be unstable. Peppers are 3-4 inches long and only a half inch wide. The plants get 3-4 feet tall and very bushy with massive amounts of peppers, so it helps to cage or stake up to stabilize from all the weight of the fruits.
Heat level: Estimated 25,000 to 30,000 SHU – Mild/Medium.
Flavor: Sweet & Fruity.
Aji Omnicolor Pepper Seeds
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Grow a unique ornamental pepper variety with Aji Omnicolor Pepper Seeds. This pepper makes a statement in your garden with vibrant changes in color and can really add a little spicy flair to your fresh or cooked meals!
Aji Omnicolor Peppers will fill up on these sturdy pepper plants and stretch as long as 2.5". This variety looks similar to that of the Aji Amarillo pepper, with a pendant-shaped pod that tapers off to a point and smooth skin that makes it great for slicing and drying. The colors are what make this pepper unique as it matures from pale yellow to a spotty purple color, to yellow, then orange, and finally to red - is your head spinning too?
Besides its multicolored appearance, Aji Omnicolor Peppers have a delightful citrusy/fruity flavor that's sweet enough to freshen up your food. However, these come with a bit of heat, as some of these peppers get as hot as 50,000 SHUs - just as hot as a Cayenne Pepper! Use these for cooking, roasting, and drying, or utilize them to brighten up your garden landscape!
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Aji Pineapple - Seeds
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Aji Pineapple - (Capsicum baccatum)
The Aji Pineapple is a beautiful and rare yellow baccatum pepper with pendant shaped fruits that grow 2-3 inches long. Very similar to the Aji Lemon Drop but have a slightly different taste reminiscent of a pineapple. Very fruity and sweet. Perfect for hot sauces. Also great for drying and making powder. The Aji Pineapple is very easy to grow and produces an enormous amount of peppers. They ripen from green to yellow and the bushy plant grows to about 2-3 feet tall on average.
Heat level: 20,000 to 30,000(SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Medium/Hot.
Flavor: Very Fruity Sweet Pineapple.
Aji Pineapple Pepper Seeds
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The Aji Pineapple pepper is a rare and exotic variety originating from Peru. This Capsicum baccatum pepper stands out from the crowd with its vibrant appearance and tropical taste. It is very similar to the Aji Lemon Drop pepper but has a slightly different flavor. The Aji Pineapple gets its name from it’s unique flavor among baccatum types. Many baccatum peppers have a mild, sweet, and fruity flavor. However, the Aji Pineapple are much more tart, citrusy, and floral.
The pendant shaped pepper pods reach 2-3 inches in length. They start green and mature to a sunny yellow or orange. The Aji Pineapple pepper plants grow to about 2-4 feet tall. If you are on the lookout for a high producing variety, this is the pepper for you. It produces enormous yields. One plant may produce several dozen peppers.
With a moderate heat level (typically 30,000 to 50,000 Scoville Heat Units), they offer a beautiful balance of spiciness and sweetness, similar to fresh pineapple. Perfect for adding a zesty punch to salsas, sauces, and marinades, the Aji Pineapple chili promises to elevate your culinary creations with its exotic charm.
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Aji Rico - Seeds
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Aji Rico - (Capsicum baccatum)
The Aji Rico pepper is a 2017 AAS-winning Capsicum baccatum hybrid, bred for early maturity and high yield in various climates. Its 3-4 inch conical, thin-walled pods ripen from green to a vibrant red and offer a mild to medium heat (1000-5000 Scoville), with a unique citrusy sweetness. Crisp and flavorful, Aji Rico is versatile in the kitchen, ideal for fresh salsas, sauces, drying into paprika, or even pickling. Its vigorous plants grow up to 36 inches and produce abundantly.
Heat level: 1,000 - 5,000 SHU – Mild.
Flavor: Citrusy & Sweet.
Aji Rico Hybrid Pepper Seeds
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2017 AAS Winner. The first early Aji pepper! Aji means ‘chili’ to South Americans and is unbeatable to balance a refreshing citrus flavor with a warm heat level. Most ajis mature too late to be feasible for many home gardeners, but not this new champion, our first pepper ever in the Capsicum baccatum family! Narrow, conical fruits are crisp and thin-walled, with a warm heat level and subtle citrus undertones. Perfect for fresh eating, when cooked or dried into a tasty paprika.
Days to Maturity: 50 to Green / 70 - 75 to Ripe Red (From Transplant)
Sow Method: Start Indoors
Sow Depth: ¼ Inch
Spacing: 24 - 36 Inches
Sun: Full Sun
Height: 30 - 36 Inches
Fruit Size: 3 - 4 Inches
Scoville Heat Unit: 1,000 - 5,000 SHU
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Aji Rico Pepper Seeds
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Are you in a climate with a shorter growing season? Are you crazy anxious each year for your peppers to grow? If you answered yes to either of these questions, then you just have to try growing the Aji Rico Pepper!
This 3 ft. tall plant is a BIG producer, with an average yield of around 120 peppers! The Aji Rico pepper grows to about 3-4" long and can be eaten at any stage of maturity. It ripens from green to red and can be harvested green at around the 55-day mark. The pods are elongated and pendant-shaped, with shiny smooth surfaces
Aji Rico peppers provide a citrusy, juicy, and crunchy red bell pepper flavor that is a perfect addition to any dish. They are even great raw! The narrow, conical Aji Rico creates a medium heat burn that stays on your tongue. Grab yours today and you’ll be enjoying them in no time!
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Aji Sugar Rush Peach - Seeds
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Aji Sugar Rush Peach- (Capsicum bacattum)
The Sugar Rush Peach like other Aji types is very fruity and sweet with a heat level below habaneros. They are very prolific and need a long season. The peach variety ripens from green to cream to peach and are elongated most of the time. They are about 4 to 6 inches in length. They are excellent for salsas, roasting and stuffing. The plants usually need staking to support and can grow over 5 feet tall.
Heat level: 50,000-150,000 (SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Hot
Flavor: Sweet and Fruity.
