Aji Picante de Eusebio - 15 pcs. seeds

Aji Picante de Eusebio is a variety with an interesting history related to the Canary Islands. It has been grown for many years in Tenerife , with the beginning of the selection attributed to an unknown grower named Eusebio .

Its main advantage is the combination of compact teardrop-shaped fruits, fruity aroma and moderate heat . At around 10,000 SHU, the pepper is spicy enough to add character to food without reaching the extreme levels of Habanero and superhot varieties.

Characteristics of the variety

• Name in Bulgarian: Aji Picante de Eusebio
• Original name: Aji Picante de Eusebio
• Botanical species: Capsicum frutescens
• Origin: Tenerife, Canary Islands
• Hotness: 10,000 SHU
• Plant height: about 1 m
• Fruit length: about 3 cm
• Shape: Teardrop
• Aroma: Fruity
• Manufacturer's pungency: Moderate
• Cultivation: Greenhouse or outdoors
• Suitable for: Sauces, salsas, marinades and fresh use.

🔥 Anger

10,000 SHU

This is a convenient spice for culinary use - distinct enough, but allowing the fruity aroma to be felt, instead of the taste being dominated solely by spiciness.

🌱 Sowing and growing

Sowing: January–April
Location: Indoors
Germination temperature: 20–30°C
Planting in a greenhouse: recommended for higher yields
Planting outdoors: around the end of May
Height: about 1 m
Support: taller plants can be tied up
Pruning: possible for a more compact shape.

In the fall, the plants can be moved to pots and brought to a bright window , where, under suitable conditions, they can continue fruiting.

🍴 Culinary app

The fruity aroma and relatively moderate 10,000 SHU make the variety suitable for hot sauces, salsas, marinades and various spicy dishes .