- Fruity flavour
- HOT
- Used to make Piri Piri sauce
Description
'Chilli- Piri Piri' seeds
Capsicum frutescens
- Fruity flavour
- HOT
- Used to make Piri Piri sauce
Perennial (usually grown as an annual in cold climates) growing 50-120cm in height. Small tapered fruit with a blunt end, growing to around 3cm in length and maturing to red then purple. Hot, fruity flavour. A popular variety to use cooked in sauces, especially Piri Piri sauce.
Originally from Africa. Also known as 'Pili Pili', 'Peri Peri' and 'African Bird's Eye' chilli.
Seeds per gram: 250
Product code: I4-17
Best Months to Sow
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Quick Sowing Guide
Method | Sow direct or raise seedlings |
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Sowing Depth | 5mm |
Season | Spring or after frost (anytime in warm climates) |
Germination | 7-21 days @ 22-35°C |
Hardiness / Life Cycle | Frost tender Perennial (grown as an annual in cool climates) |
Row Spacing | 100cm |
Plant Spacing | 50cm |
Plant Height | 90cm |
Position | Full sun, well drained soil |
Days Until Maturity | 70-80 days |
*Notes: Pick regularly to encourage more fruit. May need staking.
How To Grow
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