{"product_id":"pasilla-bajio-chilaca-pepper-seeds-25-seeds-mild-smoky-mexican-chile-capsicum-annuum","title":"Pasilla Bajio Chilaca Pepper Seeds – 25 Seeds, Mild Smoky Mexican Chile, Capsicum annuum","description":"\u003cp\u003ePasilla Bajio, also known as Chilaca, is a traditional Mexican chile pepper prized for its mild, smoky flavor and deep green-to-brown fruits. These 25 seeds of Capsicum annuum produce elongated, dark green peppers that mature to a rich chocolate brown, perfect for authentic mole sauces, salsas, and stuffing. The plants are vigorous and productive, adding both culinary value and ornamental interest to vegetable gardens and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, Pasilla Bajio peppers thrive in warm, sunny conditions and reward gardeners with a generous harvest. Whether you're a seasoned pepper grower or a beginner, these seeds offer a rewarding gardening experience with a taste of Mexican cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild heat level (1,000–2,000 Scoville units) with a complex, smoky flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElongated fruits grow 6–9 inches long, turning from dark green to brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProductive plants that perform well in gardens and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose: excellent for fresh use, drying, and traditional Mexican dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated Capsicum annuum variety\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 pepper (perennial in frost-free zones)\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 with a pH of 6.0–6.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright bushy plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)\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 24–36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil temperature 75–85°F; germination in 10–21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix, keep consistently moist, and provide warmth (75–85°F) for reliable germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant into larger pots and gradually harden off before moving outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet plants in full sun with well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and mulch to conserve moisture. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Harvest Pasilla Bajio peppers when they reach full size and are dark green, or allow them to mature to brown for a sweeter, smokier flavor. Use caution when handling hot peppers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Pasilla Bajio Chilaca Pepper seeds (Capsicum annuum).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824729555254,"sku":"FOLIA2-1105","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6559198947_87r4.jpg?v=1793004352","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/pasilla-bajio-chilaca-pepper-seeds-25-seeds-mild-smoky-mexican-chile-capsicum-annuum","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}