Sweet Moruga Pepper Seeds (15 Seeds)
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Experience the delightful flavor of Sweet Moruga Peppers, a unique variety offering tropical sweetness with just a touch of mild heat. This pepper is a milder, sweeter twist on the infamous Moruga family, making it perfect for fresh snacking, salsas, and gourmet dishes. With its glossy red hue and thick, juicy walls, the Sweet Moruga is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Easy to grow and highly productive, it’s a must-have for gardeners who love sweet peppers with character.
Features:
- Type: Sweet Moruga pepper seeds
- Heat Level: Mild to moderate (5,000–15,000 Scoville units)
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, tropical, and slightly spicy
- Plant Height: Grows 24-36 inches tall
- Growth Time: 80–100 days from transplanting
- Color: Ripens from green to glossy red
- Fruit Size: Medium-sized, thick-walled pods
Why You Should Buy:
- Tropical Sweetness: A burst of fruity flavor with just a hint of spice.
- Culinary Versatility: Perfect for snacking, grilling, salsas, or as a garnish.
- Unique Variety: A milder and sweeter alternative to traditional hot Moruga peppers.
- High-Yielding Plants: Produces an abundance of vibrant, juicy peppers.
- Beginner-Friendly: Easy to grow in gardens, containers, or raised beds.
How to Grow:
- Seed Starting: Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and maintain soil moisture with bottom-watering techniques.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed. Space plants 18-24 inches apart in nutrient-rich, well-draining soil.
- Sunlight & Watering: Provide 6-8 hours of full sun daily and water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. Avoid wetting the foliage.
- Support & Care: Use stakes or cages to support plants as they grow tall and bear heavy fruit loads.
Harvest Tips:
Harvest Sweet Moruga peppers when they are firm, fully mature, and ripened to a glossy red. Their thick walls and juicy flavor make them ideal for fresh eating, roasting, or preserving by pickling or freezing. Enjoy their unique combination of sweetness and mild spice in any recipe.
Testimonials
My seedlings in a box were perfect. So sorry that most of your products are now sold out. Will definitely purchase again from this seller.
Samira · May 29, 2024
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Transplants arrived healthy…I was fortunate to receive more peppers than ordered. Thank you! Will purchase again!
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