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Hot Pepper 'Aji Amarillo'

Pepper

Capsicum baccatum 'Aji Amarillo'

Overview
The cornerstone of Peruvian cuisine, this brilliant orange pepper delivers moderate heat with an incredibly complex, fruity flavor that's unlike any other variety. Aji Amarillo peppers are essential for authentic dishes like ají de gallina and papa a la huancaína, offering home gardeners a chance to grow this culinary treasure that's nearly impossible to find fresh in stores. Their unique C. baccatum species gives them a distinctive taste profile that combines tropical fruit notes with warming heat.
Planting
Start indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost. Requires warm soil (70°F+) for transplanting.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 24" apart. Germination: 14-28.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, whiteflies, pepper weevils. Common diseases: Bacterial spot, anthracnose, powdery mildew.