Organic Mushroom Yellow Chili Seeds

Information: The Mushroom Yellow Chili originates from the USA and bears a resemblance to the scotch bonnet, although it is classed as belonging to the Capsicum annuum family. The plants have relatively small, long, light green leaves. After branching out for the first time, they continue to ramify further relatively close together, however, they still have a relatively slimline growth form.

The thin-walled fruits are approximately 4 x 4cm large with a mushroom-like shape, which is the reason behind their name. The peppers ripen from green to yellow, they develop an intense spicy heat and are well-suited for drying, using to make sauces and salsas or for stuffing with a tasty filling.

Care: Germination temperature is between 22°C and 28°C (germination period: 7-20 days); it is therefore recommended to use a greenhouse and a heating mat. The plants need fresh, well-fertilised permeable soil and should not be left in standing water. They should be placed in a sunny, sheltered place with at least 6 hours of sunlight per day, if not more. The earliest time to place the plants outside is 2 to 3 weeks after the last frost. The plants are also easy to take care of throughout the winter if they are grown in pots. It might be necessary to cut them back slightly and place them in a light place where it is at least 15°C.

You can find plenty of useful tips for successfully growing chili plants in our Chili Growing Guide and in the Chili Journal.