Yellow Biquinho Pepper Seeds

The Yellow Biquinho Pepper is a delightfully mild, heirloom pepper variety that produces small, teardrop-shaped fruits with a unique fruity-sweet flavor and mild heat. Native to Brazil, these vibrant yellow peppers are perfect for pickling, fresh snacking, garnishes, and culinary dishes. The plants are compact, bushy, and high-yielding, making them an excellent choice for gardens, raised beds, and even container growing.

Key Features:

• Type: Heirloom
• Growth Habit: Compact and bushy
• Fruit Size: Small, ½ to ¾ inch teardrop-shaped peppers
• Flavor: Fruity, slightly sweet with a mild, smoky heat
• Best Uses: Pickling, salads, salsas, garnishes, and fresh snacking
• Days to Maturity: 90-100 days
• Heat Level: Mild – typically around 500-1,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
• Yield: Prolific producer with continuous fruiting

Growing Instructions:

Seed Starting:

• Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix.
• Keep soil moist but not soggy. Bottom-watering is recommended.
• Maintain a warm (75-85°F) and well-lit environment.

Transplanting:

• Once the danger of frost has passed, transplant seedlings outdoors.
• Space plants 18-24 inches apart for proper airflow.

Sunlight Requirements:

• Full sun (6-8 hours per day) for best fruit production.

Watering:

• Keep soil consistently moist but avoid overwatering.
• Water at the base to prevent foliage diseases.

Support:

• Use stakes or cages to support taller plants, especially in windy areas.

Harvesting:

• Harvest when peppers are firm, fully ripened, and bright yellow.
• Can be eaten fresh, pickled, or dried for long-term storage.