Aji Dulce Pepper Seeds

Ajicito Sweet Pepper Seeds – Ají Cachucha | Ají Gustoso | Caribbean Mild Pepper 🌶️✨

Grow Your Own Sweet & Flavorful Caribbean Peppers!

🌱 Ajicito Peppers, also known as Ají Cachucha, Ají Gustoso, or Ají Dulce, are small, aromatic, and mild-flavored peppers popular in Caribbean and Latin American cuisine. These peppers resemble habaneros but have no heat, offering a sweet, slightly smoky flavor that enhances soups, stews, rice dishes, and sauces.

Key Features:

✔ Mild & Flavorful – Sweet with a hint of smokiness, perfect for seasoning.
✔ Heat-Free Alternative to Habanero – Adds rich aroma without spice.
✔ Heavy Producer – Grows dozens of peppers per plant.
✔ Compact & Container-Friendly – Grows well in pots, raised beds, or gardens.
✔ Fast Growing & High Yield – Harvest in 80–100 days.
✔ Essential in Caribbean Cuisine – Used in sofrito, rice, beans, and marinades.

Growing Conditions:

Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours per day)

Soil Type: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil

Watering Needs: Moderate watering; avoid waterlogging

Germination Time: 10–21 days (at 75–85°F)

Plant Height: 2–4 feet tall

Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

Days to Harvest: 80–100 days

USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (Annual in cooler zones)

How to Grow Ajicito Peppers from Seeds:

Start Indoors: Begin seeds 8–10 weeks before the last frost in warm, moist soil.

Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

Provide Support: Use stakes or cages for healthy plant growth.

Water & Feed: Keep soil evenly moist; use a balanced organic fertilizer every few weeks.

Harvest: Pick peppers when fully mature (green, orange, or red) for the best flavor.

Why Choose Our Ajicito Pepper Seeds?

🌿 Fresh & Non-GMO – High germination for healthy plants.
🍛 Perfect for Traditional Caribbean Dishes – Enjoy homegrown flavors.
🏡 Great for Small Spaces & Containers – Ideal for urban and home gardeners.
☀️ Thrives in Warm Climates – Perfect for tropical and subtropical gardens.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

❓ What do Ajicito peppers taste like?
They are sweet, smoky, and slightly fruity, similar to habaneros but with no spiciness.

❓ Can I grow these peppers in pots?
Yes! Use a 12-inch or larger container with good drainage for best results.

❓ Do Ajicito peppers change color?
Yes! They start green and ripen to yellow, orange, or red.

❓ How do I use these peppers in cooking?
Perfect for sofrito, rice, beans, soups, stews, and Caribbean dishes.