Description
xGrow your own Fish Peppers with these heirloom, non-GMO seeds! Originating from the Caribbean, this unique pepper gained popularity in the 1870s as a secret ingredient in seafood sauces, especially in oyster and crab houses around Chesapeake Bay. Nearly lost by the early 1900s, it was preserved by WWI veteran Horace Pippin and rediscovered in 1995, making it a treasured heirloom variety.
Fish Peppers are medium-hot, ranging from 5,000-30,000 Scoville units, and feature stunning variegated foliage and fruit that transitions from white to green, orange, and finally red. With a rich, spicy flavor, these peppers are perfect for seafood dishes, sauces, or adding a kick to your favorite recipes. Thriving in full sun and suitable for USDA zones 4-10, Fish Peppers mature in just 80 days and are drought-tolerant and container-friendly.
Each pack includes 10-1,000 seeds (select your quantity above for up to 40% savings) and detailed growing instructions. Start your Fish Pepper garden today and enjoy a piece of culinary history!
- 🌶️ Medium-Hot: 5,000-30,000 Scoville units for a rich, spicy flavor.
- 🌱 Unique Beauty: Variegated foliage and multi-colored peppers.
- 🌞 Historical Variety: Rediscovered heirloom with a fascinating story.
- 🏡 Versatile Use: Perfect for seafood sauces, salsas, or spicy dishes.
- 📍 USDA Zones 4-10: Suitable for a wide range of climates.
- Common Name: Fish Pepper
- Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
- USDA Zone: 4-10
- Color: White, green, orange, red (variegated)
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Sunlight: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
- Watering: Moderate, drought-tolerant once established
- Fruit Size: 2.5 inches long
- Days to Maturity: 80 days
- Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches
- Planting Depth: ¼ inch
- Sowing Method: Start indoors or direct sow
- Features: Heirloom, drought-tolerant, container-friendly
- Plant Type: Medium-hot pepper (5,000-30,000 Scoville)
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