Hot pepper 'Aji Crystal' – Organic (Capsicum baccatum) , offered by Biologiquement Vôtre
The 'Aji Crystal' hot pepper is an organic variety native to Chile, appreciated for its light yellow-green fruits with a unique, lemony and spicy taste. This vigorous plant produces an abundance of peppers measuring approximately 3 to 4 cm long. With a moderate heat of approximately 30,000 units on the Scoville scale , the 'Aji Crystal' is perfect for adding tangy and spicy flavors to your dishes.
Spread : 50 to 60 cm
Plant height : 60 to 90 cm
Quantity per pack : 25 seeds
Fruit color : Light yellow-green, turning orange then red when ripe
Fruit size : 3 to 4 cm long
Growth Type : Vigorous Annual
Maturity : 75 days
Spicy (Scoville) : About 30,000 units
Companion plants : Basil, tomatoes, onions
Enemy plants : Fennel, potatoes
Cultivation method:
Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, 0.5-1 cm deep in moist potting soil. Maintain a temperature of 24-28°C for rapid germination in 7-14 days. Transplant seedlings outdoors after all danger of frost, spacing 50-60 cm apart, in rich, well-drained soil in full sun.
Water regularly to keep the soil slightly moist, and mulch around the plants to conserve moisture. Harvest peppers when they are yellow-green for a brighter, lemony flavor, or wait until they turn orange or red for a milder, sweeter flavor. These fruits can be eaten fresh, dried, or made into sauces and condiments.
A unique and fragrant pepper!
The 'Aji Crystal' hot pepper is an ideal choice for lovers of peppers with complex and exotic flavors. Its lemony flavor and moderate heat make it a perfect ingredient to enhance dishes without making them too intense. This productive and easy-to-grow variety will delight gardeners and gourmets looking for diversity in their vegetable garden and kitchen.
