Txorixero Pepper Seeds

The Txorixero Pepper, a classic Basque heirloom variety, is cherished for its mild sweetness and smoky depth. This long, slender pepper ripens from green to deep red, offering rich flavor with a gentle heat, making it a staple in traditional Basque cuisine. Used fresh, roasted, or dried, it is a key ingredient in Spanish chorizo-making and pepper-based sauces. High-yielding and easy to grow, these compact plants thrive in both gardens and containers, producing plenty of versatile peppers for culinary use.

Key Features:

• Type: Heirloom
• Growth Habit: Compact and bushy
• Fruit Size: Long, tapered pods (5-7 inches)
• Flavor: Sweet, slightly smoky with mild heat
• Best Uses: Fresh, dried, roasted, or in Basque chorizo
• Days to Maturity: 80-90 days
• Yield: Heavy 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 maximum growth and fruit production.

Watering:

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

Support:

• Staking or cages are recommended to support heavy fruit production.

Harvesting:

• Harvest green for a fresh, milder flavor or red for full sweetness and smoky notes.
• Can be dried, roasted, or used fresh in a variety of dishes.