{"product_id":"25-heirloom-shishito-pepper-seeds-japanese-frying-pepper-mild-heat-high-yield","title":"25 Heirloom Shishito Pepper Seeds – Japanese Frying Pepper, Mild Heat, High Yield","description":"\u003cp\u003eShishito peppers are a beloved Japanese heirloom variety prized for their thin walls, mild heat, and exceptional flavor when blistered or fried. These compact plants produce abundant clusters of slender, wrinkled peppers that are typically harvested green but can be left to ripen to red. Their mild, slightly sweet taste with occasional surprise heat makes them a favorite for stir-fries, tempura, and grilling. Shishito peppers are easy to grow in containers or garden beds and are known for their reliable, high yields throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned gardener or a beginner, these heirloom seeds offer a rewarding growing experience. The plants are productive and well-suited to warm weather, providing a steady supply of peppers for fresh eating or cooking. Their compact habit makes them an excellent choice for patio pots or small-space gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom Japanese frying pepper variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild heat level, typically 50-200 Scoville units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin-walled, wrinkled fruits that blister beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-yielding plants with abundant pepper clusters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact growth habit, ideal for containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6-8 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate, consistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-11 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil temperature 75-85°F, 7-14 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix, keeping the soil consistently moist and warm. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or harden them off for outdoor planting after the danger of frost has passed. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Fertilize lightly once plants begin to flower. Peppers can be harvested when they reach 3-4 inches long, typically 60-75 days after transplanting. Regular harvesting encourages more fruit production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Heirloom Shishito Pepper Seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739783823670,"sku":"EDNA-520","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7791616349_ncuo.jpg?v=1792115784","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-heirloom-shishito-pepper-seeds-japanese-frying-pepper-mild-heat-high-yield","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}