Description
(Capsicum annum)
A tall upright chilli, from Peru, with long yellow pods that have a fruity taste. Aji means Chilli in Spanish .
Growing Tips
Plant in a protected spot out of fierce sunlight and wind in a well-drained but moist soil. May need some support when it ages.
Use
Chillies form an integral part of many Asian and Latin American dishes along with some European, African and North American as well. Indeed over time most cuisines have added this fiery little fruit into their recipes. It has a long yellow form that is widely used in Peruvian dishes.
Herb Attributes
Harvest | Approximately 8-12 weeks |
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Position | Part to Full Sun |
Height | 1.1m |
Width | 1m |
Lifespan | Perennial |
Heat rating out of 10 | 6 |