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Shishito Pepper

Shishito Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is an Asian variety that produces crinkled, light green fruits that ripen red and are moderately spicy. Used for stir fries.

Shishito is a perennial plant that is grown as an annual in most temperate climates. Plants will produce harvestable fruits within 60-80 days when seeds are sown in ideal soil and climate conditions.

Seeds are certified organic.

Size: Packet: 30 seeds (0.2 gram), OG

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Shishito Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is an Asian variety that produces crinkled, light green fruits that ripen red and are moderately spicy. Used for stir fries.

Shishito is a perennial plant that is grown as an annual in most temperate climates. Plants will produce harvestable fruits within 60-80 days when seeds are sown in ideal soil and climate conditions.

Seeds are certified organic.

Common Name:
Shishito Pepper
Scientific Name:
Capsicum annuum
Description:
Popular East Asian pepper cultivar. Green, thin walled, slightly wrinkled fruits with mild spicyness.
Plant Lifespan:
Perennial
Cold Hardiness (F):
Zone 9b (25 to 30)
Light Requirements:
Full Sun (min. 6 hours a day)
Seed In:
Early Spring (Mar 21 - Apr 20), Mid Spring (Apr 21 - May 20), Late Spring (May 21 - Jun 20), Early Summer (Jun 21 - Jul 20), Mid Summer (Jul 21 - Aug 20), and Late Summer (Aug 21 - Sep 21)
Seeding Depth:
1/8 in.
Days to Sprout:
7-14
Optimal Soil Temperature (F):
70-75
Plant Spacing:
1-2 ft.
Plant Height:
2 ft.
Average Days from Seed to Harvest:
80-90

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