The Txorixero Pepper, a classic Basque heirloom variety, is cherished for its mild sweetness and smoky depth. This long, slender pepper ripens from green to deep red, offering rich flavor with a gentle heat, making it a staple in traditional Basque cuisine. Used fresh, roasted, or dried, it is a key ingredient in Spanish chorizo-making and pepper-based sauces. High-yielding and easy to grow, these compact plants thrive in both gardens and containers, producing plenty of versatile peppers for culinary use.
Key Features:
- Type: Heirloom
- Growth Habit: Compact and bushy
- Fruit Size: Long, tapered pods (5-7 inches)
- Flavor: Sweet, slightly smoky with mild heat
- Best Uses: Fresh, dried, roasted, or in Basque chorizo
- Days to Maturity: 80-90 days
- Yield: Heavy producer with continuous fruiting
Growing Instructions:
Seed Starting:
- Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix.
- Keep soil moist but not soggy. Bottom-watering is recommended.
- Maintain a warm (75-85°F) and well-lit environment.
Transplanting:
- Once the danger of frost has passed, transplant seedlings outdoors.
- Space plants 18-24 inches apart for proper airflow.
Sunlight Requirements:
- Full sun (6-8 hours per day) for maximum growth and fruit production.
Watering:
- Keep soil consistently moist but avoid overwatering.
- Water at the base to prevent foliage diseases.
Support:
- Staking or cages are recommended to support heavy fruit production.
Harvesting:
- Harvest green for a fresh, milder flavor or red for full sweetness and smoky notes.
- Can be dried, roasted, or used fresh in a variety of dishes.
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!
Rosetta · May 31, 2024
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Still going absolutely loaded with blooms. I hope to stick them in a greenhouse and over winter them
Jonathan · August 27, 2023
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