Hot Pepper 'Saco de Velho' Seeds (Naturally Grown)
$3.95
In stock
SKU
GH1839
This is another very, very rare variety from Goias, Brazil not well known.
From the Christopher Phillips Rare Seed Collection Release #7 on September 3, 2015. This is another very, very rare variety from Goias, Brazil not well known. The Portugese name translates to 'Bag Old'. It was sent to Christopher by a very good friend. This Capsicum chinese produces large habanero-like yellow pods that have an unusual flavor profile. One friend gave them a 'sour' distinction, which is not common for this species. Plants produce loads of these 2-3" long pods. Non-Isolated.
SHU: 100,000
| Botanical Name | Capsicum chinense |
|---|---|
| Seeds Per Pack | 10 |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 15 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 36-48 in. (90-120 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
| Soil pH Requirements | 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Days to Harvest | 90-100 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
| Heat (Scoville Heat Units) | 100,000-349,999 SHU |
| Pepper Color | Green changing to gold |
| Pepper Shape | Twisted |
| Pepper Size | Medium (3in. to 6in. in length), Small (under 2in. in length) |
| Pepper Usage | Drying, Fresh (salsa, salads), Pickling |
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