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! Grow more of our Mild Pepper Seeds and be sure to browse through additional Aji Pepper Seed offerings!

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Aji Cristal Peppers are native to Chile and are widely used in many Mexican cuisines. Known for its spicy citrus flavor, the Aji Cristal is a must-have versatile option that you’ll want to grow in your garden. These pepper plants reach 4 ft. tall and are incredibly prolific! Expect to have LOTS of fruits grow on these plants, with the possible need to stake them for extra support. Aji Cristal peppers ripen from light green to a reddish-orange color. These peppers can be harvested at any stage; the longer they ripen, the more heat they’ll have. Use green Aji Cristal peppers for an added medium hot pepper taste in fresh foods, soups, or pickling. Orange peppers can spice up your dishes and add a bit of spicy zest to salsas, sauces, and even pepper flakes and chili powders! We have more Aji Pepper Seeds for you to browse through. Be sure to check them out along with our other Pepper Seeds!

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. Check out our related pepper seed collections for more: Aji Pepper Seeds, Medium Hot Pepper Seeds, Cayenne Pepper Seeds. Set your garden up for success by getting the right Growing Supplies! Get yours today!

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.

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! Spice up your garden with additional Hot Pepper Seeds and Hot Pepper Plants!

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 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 Cachucha - (Capsicum chinense) Aji Cachucha are native to Cuba and Puerto Rico and is also known as Aji Dulce.  This dark red type hails from Cuba. It has mild heat and is sweet.  The pepper may be confused with the similar looking Scotch Bonnet and habanero pepper but is not as hot.  Used as a seasoning pepper in rice and bean dishes. Also used to season soups and stews and can be stuffed with small amounts of meats and cheeses.  The Aji Cachucha has a round shape looking almost like a bonnet or toy top. Heat level:  1,000-5,000 (SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Mild. Flavor:  Light Sweet and Fruity.

Description Aji Benito - (Capsicum bacattum)  The Aji Benito pepper have medium sized, pendant shaped red-ripening pods. They grow 1-2 inches long and have thick flesh with a fruity sweetness, combined with mild to medium heat.  Very crisp and crunchy texture.  Very prolific producing plants that produce an abundance of peppers.  Originally from Bolivia. Heat level:  1,000 to 5,000(SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Mild/Medium. Flavor:  Fruity/sweet bite with a tad of heat.

Aji Ayuyo - (Capsicum baccatum)The Aji Ayuyo is a beautiful pepper that originated from Peru. The color progression as it ripens is impressive. The jellybean looking fruits ripen from a deep purple to creamy purple then turn an iridescent orange and finally to a bright red. The fruits are very thick walled making them pretty heavy for their size. The plants a very bushy and vine like and do best when supported by a trellis. We had ours growing through a chain link fence and it grew perfectly. The peppers are very juicy and have a sweet tangy flavor with mild heat. A must have if you like beautiful looking peppers!Heat level: 1000-2000 (SHU) Scoville Heat Units – Mild HeatFlavor: Very Sweet and Tangy with a mild zip of heat.

The Aji Amarillo pepper is native to South America and a staple in Peruvian cuisines. This pepper is the largest of the Aji pepper family, reaching a length of 4-5" long! Aji Amarillo pepper plants grow to be sturdy, 3 ft. tall plants and are very productive. These pods are longer than other Aji pepper varieties, maturing from green to bright orange with thick flesh and shiny, smooth skin. The Aji Amarillo is BURSTING with an amazingly fruity, almost berry-like flavor. The heat is no joke either, coming in at a mere 30,000-50,000 SHUs. Its most common appearance in Peruvian culture is in the form of a paste, but can be found used in a handful of Spanish dishes! Such a fantastic pepper and very versatile! Shop for more Medium Hot Pepper Seeds and try your hand at growing our Medium Hot Pepper Plants!