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Jalapenos are the most popular of all hot peppers. They provide just enough heat for most of us. We love them fresh, pickled, roasted, fried and any other way you can think of. The name comes from the Spansih words "from Xalapa" which is the capital of Veracruz, Mexico. Jalapenos are not really grown in the capital but Vincene Jimeniz created the process of pickling jalapenos here. The jalapeno made its way to America by immigrants from Mexico in the early 1800's. They brought many foods back home and the jalapeno was quickly recognized for its culinary value and was offered by seed catalogs all over. Mildly Hot pepper, 2,500 to 9,000 Scoville Units Always Non-GMO Open-Pollinated Strong disease resistance 70 days from transplant Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Jalapenos are the most popular of all hot peppers. They provide just enough heat for most of us. We love them fresh, pickled, roasted, fried and any other way you can think of.  The name comes from the Spansih words "from Xalapa" which is the capital of Veracruz, Mexico. Jalapenos are not really grown in the capital but Vincene Jimeniz created the process of pickling jalapenos here. 
The jalapeno made its way to America by immigrants from Mexico in the early 1800's. They brought many foods back home and the jalapeno was quickly recognized for its culinary value and was offered by seed catalogs all over. 
<ul>
<li>Mildly Hot pepper, 2,500 to 9,000 Scoville Units</li>
<li>Always Non-GMO </li>
<li>Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>Strong disease resistance  
</li>
<li>70 days from transplant
</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Jalapeno Pepper, Heirloom, Organic and Conventional, Early 1800's Heirloom

Firely Farm Mini Packet - 10 Seeds

~40 Organic Seeds (.3 grams) Southern Exposure Seed Exchange

We offer this in two ways because of availability. High Mowing Organic Seeds - Southwestern style traditional Anaheim harvested green for stuffing, grilling, roasting, or processing. Peppers average 8" long and have thick, crisp flesh with mild heat and excellent flavor. The very productive strain quickly changes from green to red. Improved version of New Mexico 6-4 pepper, with thicker, longer fruits that mature earlier. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Longer version of the Heirloom Anaheim 8-12" fruits 1/64 ounce of seeds Instructions - Peppers prefer light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.5-6.8. Use a high phosphorus starter fertilizer when transplanting to give young peppers a good start. Keep nitrogen levels in moderation, as high amounts can reduce yields. Start transplants 6-8 weeks before the planting date. Sow seeds into flat ~4 seeds/inch and then pot up into 2” or larger cells after the first set of true leaves appear. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85°F. For growing transplants, maintain the temperature at around 75°F during the day and 65°F at night. Harden off plants by slightly reducing the temperature to 60-65°F and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting. Plant 1/4" deep Plant Spacing: 12-18" Row Spacing: 18-36" or double rows 18" apart on 5-6' centers Harvest & Storage - Harvest first peppers promptly to stimulate further fruit production. Peppers can be harvested and eaten at either the unripe (green) or ripe (colored) stage. Colored peppers generally require 2 – 4 weeks longer. Store peppers at 50° - 54°F and 95% percent relative humidity. Chilling injury occurs at temperatures below 45°F. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

We offer this in two ways because of availability. 
High Mowing Organic Seeds - Southwestern style traditional Anaheim harvested green for stuffing, grilling, roasting, or processing.
Peppers average 8" long and have thick, crisp flesh with mild heat and excellent flavor. The very productive strain quickly changes from green to red. Improved version of New Mexico 6-4 pepper, with thicker, longer fruits that mature earlier.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated </li>
<li>Longer version of the Heirloom Anaheim </li>
<li>8-12" fruits</li>
<li>1/64 ounce of seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions - 
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Peppers prefer light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.5-6.8. Use a high phosphorus starter fertilizer when transplanting to give young peppers a good start. Keep nitrogen levels in moderation, as high amounts can reduce yields. 
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Start transplants 6-8 weeks before the planting date. Sow seeds into flat ~4 seeds/inch and then pot up into 2” or larger cells after the first set of true leaves appear. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85°F.  For growing transplants, maintain the temperature at around 75°F during the day and 65°F at night. Harden off plants by slightly reducing the temperature to 60-65°F and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting.
<ul>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep </li>
<li>Plant Spacing: 12-18" 
</li>
<li>Row Spacing: 18-36" or double rows 18" apart on 5-6' centers </li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
Harvest &amp; Storage -
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Harvest first peppers promptly to stimulate further fruit production. Peppers can be harvested and eaten at either the unripe (green) or ripe (colored) stage.  Colored peppers generally require 2 – 4 weeks longer. 
<meta charset="utf-8">
Store peppers at 50° - 54°F and 95% percent relative humidity. Chilling injury occurs at temperatures below 45°F. 
 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

New Mexico Joe E. Parker Anaheim Pepper

Conventional

Organic

The Serrano Pepper was cultivated in Mexico of the Sierras. Serrano means "of the mountain" in Spanish and was first mentioned by Spanish in explorers in the 16th century. Attractive 4 ft. plants with pendant, thin-walled fruit (½ x 2¼ in.). Flavorful pepper, ideal for chili, salsa, hot pepper vinegar, and pickling. Very hot whether green or red. Dries easily. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Plants can get 4' tall Thin 2.25" fruits 75 days for green peppers, longer to ripe to red-orange .2 grams of ~40 seeds Instructions - Peppers prefer light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.5-6.8. Use a high phosphorus starter fertilizer when transplanting to give young peppers a good start. Keep nitrogen levels in moderation, as high amounts can reduce yields. Start transplants 6-8 weeks before the planting date. Sow seeds into flat ~4 seeds/inch and then pot up into 2” or larger cells after the first set of true leaves appear. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85°F. For growing transplants, maintain the temperature at around 75°F during the day and 65°F at night. Harden off plants by slightly reducing the temperature to 60-65°F and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting. Plant 1/4" deep Plant Spacing: 12-18" Row Spacing: 18-36" or double rows 18" apart on 5-6' centers Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

The Serrano Pepper was cultivated in Mexico of the Sierras.  Serrano means "of the mountain" in Spanish and was first mentioned by Spanish in explorers in the 16th century. 
Attractive 4 ft. plants with pendant, thin-walled fruit (½ x 2¼ in.). Flavorful pepper, ideal for chili, salsa, hot pepper vinegar, and pickling. Very hot whether green or red. Dries easily.
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated </li>
<li>Plants can get 4' tall</li>
<li>Thin 2.25" fruits 
</li>
<li>75 days for green peppers, longer to ripe to red-orange</li>
<li>.2 grams of ~40 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Peppers prefer light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.5-6.8. Use a high phosphorus starter fertilizer when transplanting to give young peppers a good start. Keep nitrogen levels in moderation, as high amounts can reduce yields. <meta charset="utf-8">Start transplants 6-8 weeks before the planting date. Sow seeds into flat ~4 seeds/inch and then pot up into 2” or larger cells after the first set of true leaves appear. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85°F.  For growing transplants, maintain the temperature at around 75°F during the day and 65°F at night. Harden off plants by slightly reducing the temperature to 60-65°F and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting.
<ul>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep </li>
<li>Plant Spacing: 12-18" 
</li>
<li>Row Spacing: 18-36" or double rows 18" apart on 5-6' centers </li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Serrano Tampiqueno Pepper,'s Heirloom, Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - ~45 Organic Seeds

Firefly Minipack - 10 Seeds

Venezuelan and Caribbean heirloom - Has the same shape, size, color and aroma as Habanero, but is sweet, spicy, and delicious, with only a trace of heat. Highly aromatic fruits; their flavor is unusual and complex, with overtones of black pepper and coriander, and undertones of other spicy flavors. An excellent choice for sautéed vegetables, rice and bean dishes, paprika, or herbal vinegars. The thin-walled pendant fruits are 1 x 2 in., tapering at both the stem and blossom end. Plants have good foliage cover and bear at 18 in. high. Seedlings grow slowly at first, but grow rapidly later in the season to 48 in. or more. Donna Hudson donated the orginal seedstock for Southern Exposure. Characteristics: Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated Aji Dulce are from Souther America and the Caribbean islands Haberno like fruits 99 days .2 grams of ~50 seeds Instructions - Peppers prefer light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.5-6.8. Use a high phosphorus starter fertilizer when transplanting to give young peppers a good start. Keep nitrogen levels in moderation, as high amounts can reduce yields. Start transplants 6-8 weeks before the planting date. Sow seeds into flat ~4 seeds/inch and then pot up into 2” or larger cells after the first set of true leaves appear. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85°F. For growing transplants, maintain the temperature at around 75°F during the day and 65°F at night. Harden off plants by slightly reducing the temperature to 60-65°F and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting. Plant 1/4" deep Plant Spacing: 12-18" Row Spacing: 18-36" or double rows 18" apart on 5-6' centers Harvest & Storage - Harvest first peppers promptly to stimulate further fruit production. Peppers can be harvested and eaten at either the unripe (green) or ripe (colored) stage. Colored peppers generally require 2 – 4 weeks longer. Store peppers at 50° - 54°F and 95% percent relative humidity. Chilling injury occurs at temperatures below 45°F. Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Venezuelan and Caribbean heirloom -  Has the same shape, size, color and aroma as Habanero, but is sweet, spicy, and delicious, with only a trace of heat. Highly aromatic fruits; their flavor is unusual and complex, with overtones of black pepper and coriander, and undertones of other spicy flavors. An excellent choice for sautéed vegetables, rice and bean dishes, paprika, or herbal vinegars. The thin-walled pendant fruits are 1 x 2 in., tapering at both the stem and blossom end. Plants have good foliage cover and bear at 18 in. high. Seedlings grow slowly at first, but grow rapidly later in the season to 48 in. or more.
Donna Hudson donated the orginal seedstock for Southern Exposure. 
Characteristics: 
<ul>
<li>Organic, non-GMO, and open-pollinated </li>
<li>Aji Dulce are from Souther America and the Caribbean islands 
</li>
<li>Haberno like fruits 
</li>
<li>99 days</li>
<li>.2 grams of ~50 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Peppers prefer light, well-drained, moderately fertile soil with pH 6.5-6.8. Use a high phosphorus starter fertilizer when transplanting to give young peppers a good start. Keep nitrogen levels in moderation, as high amounts can reduce yields. <meta charset="utf-8">Start transplants 6-8 weeks before the planting date. Sow seeds into flat ~4 seeds/inch and then pot up into 2” or larger cells after the first set of true leaves appear. The optimal soil temperature for germination is 85°F.  For growing transplants, maintain the temperature at around 75°F during the day and 65°F at night. Harden off plants by slightly reducing the temperature to 60-65°F and reducing water for 2-3 days before transplanting.
<ul>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep </li>
<li>Plant Spacing: 12-18" 
</li>
<li>Row Spacing: 18-36" or double rows 18" apart on 5-6' centers </li>
</ul>
<ul></ul>
Harvest &amp; Storage - <meta charset="utf-8">Harvest first peppers promptly to stimulate further fruit production. Peppers can be harvested and eaten at either the unripe (green) or ripe (colored) stage.  Colored peppers generally require 2 – 4 weeks longer. <meta charset="utf-8">Store peppers at 50° - 54°F and 95% percent relative humidity. Chilling injury occurs at temperatures below 45°F. 
 
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute seed vendors from time to time because of the availability

Aji Dulce Pepper, Heirloom, Organic options available

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange ~ 60 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack - 10 Seeds

Hungarian Paprika Pepper - large yields of peppers and a hand selected variety that has done traditionally well in most climates of the United States. We offer this in certified organic packets from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange or as mini packets from seed grown on our farm or from them. Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Back with 2026 Seedstock! - A 1500's heirloom and perhaps the most popular pepper used for paprika and drying we offer. This seedstock originally came from Hungary, where the paprika pepper has been developed to its finest quality. This strain has excellent color and sweet, spicy flavor. 3 ft. plants produce an abundance of 1½ x 4½ in. peppers. Fruit shows some susceptibility to sunscald and blossom-end rot, but is otherwise an excellent variety. The fruits keep well. The sweet, very dry flesh is ideal for drying. Grind dried fruits for a superb paprika seasoning. 70 days. Characteristics Fruits ripen from green to red Fruits grow to 4 inches Excellent paprika pepper 70 days from transplant for green, up to 100 days for red .3 grams of seed -40-65 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Hungarian Paprika Pepper - large yields of peppers and a hand selected variety that has done traditionally well in most climates of the United States. We offer this in certified organic packets from Southern Exposure Seed Exchange or as mini packets from seed grown on our farm or from them. 
Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - Back with 2026 Seedstock! - A 1500's heirloom and perhaps the most popular pepper used for paprika and drying we offer. 
This seedstock originally came from Hungary, where the paprika pepper has been developed to its finest quality. This strain has excellent color and sweet, spicy flavor. 3 ft. plants produce an abundance of 1½ x 4½ in. peppers. Fruit shows some susceptibility to sunscald and blossom-end rot, but is otherwise an excellent variety. The fruits keep well. The sweet, very dry flesh is ideal for drying. Grind dried fruits for a superb paprika seasoning. 70 days.
Characteristics 
<ul>
<li>Fruits ripen from green to red</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 4 inches</li>
<li>Excellent paprika pepper</li>
<li>70 days from transplant for green, up to 100 days for red</li>
<li>.3 grams of seed -40-65 Seeds per packet</li>
</ul>
Instructions - 
<meta charset="utf-8">
Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24” Apart</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Hungarian Paprika Pepper (Sweet), 1500's Heirloom, Organic options available

Southern Exposure  40-55 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipacks - 10 Seeds

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - 61 days. Pre-1900 family heirloom from the Doe Hill area in Highland County, Virginia. Introduced by SESE 2000. Miniature (1 x 2¼ in.), 4- to 6- lobed, flattened orange bells, with sweet, fruity, multidimensional flavor. High yielding, 30 in. plants widely adapted and disease resistant. Fruits keep well. Pkt. Organic & Open-Pollinated 61 days from transplant for green .3 grams of seeds, ~50 seeds Instrctions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange - 61 days. Pre-1900 family heirloom from the Doe Hill area in Highland County, Virginia. Introduced by SESE 2000. Miniature (1 x 2¼ in.), 4- to 6- lobed, flattened orange bells, with sweet, fruity, multidimensional flavor. High yielding, 30 in. plants widely adapted and disease resistant. Fruits keep well. Pkt.
<ul>
<li>Organic &amp; Open-Pollinated</li>
<li>61 days from transplant for green</li>
<li>.3 grams of seeds, ~50 seeds </li>
</ul>
Instrctions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Doe Hill Golden Bell Sweet Pepper, 1900 Heirloom, Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange 40 Seeds

Seed Savers Exchange - This variety originally came to us from Martha Perry of Pontiac, Michigan. We do not have too much on this variety but hey if Seedsavers is willing to pack it up, then it must be great! In general pepper species are native to the Americas and have been cultivated for thousands of years. The Spanish and Portuguese brought them back to Europe and to their colonies in Africa and Asia. From there peppers continued to spread and develop. The chemical in hot peppers that causes a burning sensation is known as capsaicin and can be found in the highest concentration in the white pith around the seeds. Characteristics Fruits ripen from light green to orange Plants grow to 2feet Hot pepper 40 Seeds per packet Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant Rows 12-24” Apart Germinates in 14 days Full Sun Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Savers Exchange - This variety originally came to us from Martha Perry of Pontiac, Michigan.  We do not have too much on this variety but hey if Seedsavers is willing to pack it up, then it must be great! 
In general pepper species are native to the Americas and have been cultivated for thousands of years. The Spanish and Portuguese brought them back to Europe and to their colonies in Africa and Asia. From there peppers continued to spread and develop. The chemical in hot peppers that causes a burning sensation is known as capsaicin and can be found in the highest concentration in the white pith around the seeds.
Characteristics
<ul>
<li>Fruits ripen from light green to orange 
</li>
<li>Plants grow to 2feet</li>
<li>Hot pepper</li>
<li>40 Seeds per packet 
</li>
</ul>
Instructions - <meta charset="utf-8">Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>
<meta charset="utf-8">
Plant Rows 12-24” Apart
</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Full Sun </li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Golden Nugget Pepper (Hot)

Seedsavers Packet - 40 Seeds

Firefly Farm Mini Packet - 10 Seeds

⚡ Aji Limon Lightning: Electric Flavor & Striking Heat Experience a bolt of pure, citrusy energy with the Aji Limon Lightning. A refined and high-intensity selection of the traditional Peruvian "Lemon Drop," this variety is named for its electric neon color and its sharp, "striking" heat that hits the palate with immediate clarity. If you’re looking for a pepper that brings both high-voltage flavor and massive yields, the Lightning is your perfect match. 📜 History & Heritage: The Electric Heirloom The Aji Limon Lightning is a specialized selection of the Capsicum baccatum species, originally hailing from the Andean regions of Peru: The "Lightning" Selection: While the standard Aji Limon is a classic, the "Lightning" strain has been carefully selected by heirloom enthusiasts for its earlier ripening window and its intense, uniform yellow color that seems to glow in the garden. Andean Legacy: Like its ancestors, it remains a cornerstone of South American "Aji" culture, prized for its unique botanical profile—white flowers with yellow-green throat markings—and its unmistakable fruity aroma. ✨ Key Features Instant Citrus Zing: This isn't just a spicy pepper; it tastes remarkably like fresh lemon zest and tart fruit. Fast-Striking Heat: It delivers a clean, bright burn that makes its presence known immediately without the heavy, lingering "throat-burn" of other varieties. Prolific "Electric" Yields: The plants are absolute powerhouses, often producing hundreds of 2–3 inch pods that turn from a pale lime to a brilliant, translucent "Lightning Yellow." Rugged Resilience: Known for being more tolerant of fluctuating temperatures than many C. annuum peppers, making it a reliable producer for northern and southern gardeners alike. 🌶️ Flavor & Heat Profile The Aji Limon Lightning is the ultimate "culinary bridge" pepper—hot enough to satisfy spice seekers, but flavorful enough to enhance a dish's natural ingredients. Attribute Description Heat Level 30,000 – 50,000 SHU (Bright & Quick) Species Capsicum baccatum Color Electric Neon Yellow Flavor Concentrated Lemon, Lime Peel, and Crisp Apple Structure Slender, crinkled, and thin-walled 🍴 Culinary Inspiration The "Lightning" pepper is a favorite for those who want to add a gourmet touch to their meals: Lightning Hot Sauce: Blend with onions and garlic to create a naturally bright yellow sauce that pops with acidity and heat. Seafood's Best Friend: Finely slice into fish tacos, shrimp ceviche, or grilled salmon to replace the need for both lemon juice and pepper flakes. Spicy Citrus Salt: Dehydrate the thin-walled pods and grind them with sea salt for a finishing salt that is incredible on popcorn or margarita rims. Pickled "Neon" Rings: Slice into rings and quick-pickle for a bright yellow topping that adds crunch and zing to sandwiches and burgers. 🪴 Growing Information Days to Maturity: 80–90 days (Faster than most baccatum types). Sun Requirements: Full Sun. Plant Habit: Bushy and vigorous; can reach 3 feet tall. Productivity: Highly prolific; harvest often to encourage a continuous "strike" of new fruit. Gardener’s Note: "Aji Limon Lightning is the highlight of our trial gardens every year. The color is so bright it almost looks artificial, and the flavor is so lemony that people don't believe it's just a pepper until they try it!" Add a jolt of flavor to your garden.The Aji Limon Lightning is the perfect variety for the adventurous gardener who demands high yields and gourmet quality. Don't settle for "just heat"—go for the lightning! Order your seeds today.

<h2 id="⚡ Aji Limon Lightning: Electric Flavor &amp; Striking Heat" data-line="0">⚡ Aji Limon Lightning: Electric Flavor &amp; Striking Heat</h2>
Experience a bolt of pure, citrusy energy with the Aji Limon Lightning. A refined and high-intensity selection of the traditional Peruvian "Lemon Drop," this variety is named for its electric neon color and its sharp, "striking" heat that hits the palate with immediate clarity. If you’re looking for a pepper that brings both high-voltage flavor and massive yields, the Lightning is your perfect match.
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<h3 id="📜 History &amp; Heritage: The Electric Heirloom" data-line="6">📜 History &amp; Heritage: The Electric Heirloom</h3>
The Aji Limon Lightning is a specialized selection of the Capsicum baccatum species, originally hailing from the Andean regions of Peru:
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<li data-line="9">
The "Lightning" Selection: While the standard Aji Limon is a classic, the "Lightning" strain has been carefully selected by heirloom enthusiasts for its earlier ripening window and its intense, uniform yellow color that seems to glow in the garden.</li>
<li data-line="10">
Andean Legacy: Like its ancestors, it remains a cornerstone of South American "Aji" culture, prized for its unique botanical profile—white flowers with yellow-green throat markings—and its unmistakable fruity aroma.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 id="✨ Key Features" data-line="14">✨ Key Features</h3>
<ul data-line="15">
<li data-line="15">
Instant Citrus Zing: This isn't just a spicy pepper; it tastes remarkably like fresh lemon zest and tart fruit.</li>
<li data-line="16">
Fast-Striking Heat: It delivers a clean, bright burn that makes its presence known immediately without the heavy, lingering "throat-burn" of other varieties.</li>
<li data-line="17">
Prolific "Electric" Yields: The plants are absolute powerhouses, often producing hundreds of 2–3 inch pods that turn from a pale lime to a brilliant, translucent "Lightning Yellow."</li>
<li data-line="18">
Rugged Resilience: Known for being more tolerant of fluctuating temperatures than many C. annuum peppers, making it a reliable producer for northern and southern gardeners alike.</li>
</ul>
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<h3 id="🌶️ Flavor &amp; Heat Profile" data-line="22">🌶️ Flavor &amp; Heat Profile</h3>
The Aji Limon Lightning is the ultimate "culinary bridge" pepper—hot enough to satisfy spice seekers, but flavorful enough to enhance a dish's natural ingredients.
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<th>Attribute</th>
<th>Description</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<tr data-line="27">
<td>Heat Level</td>
<td>
30,000 – 50,000 SHU (Bright &amp; Quick)</td>
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<td>Species</td>
<td>Capsicum baccatum</td>
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<td>Color</td>
<td>Electric Neon Yellow</td>
</tr>
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<td>Flavor</td>
<td>Concentrated Lemon, Lime Peel, and Crisp Apple</td>
</tr>
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<td>Structure</td>
<td>Slender, crinkled, and thin-walled</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
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<h3 id="🍴 Culinary Inspiration" data-line="35">🍴 Culinary Inspiration</h3>
The "Lightning" pepper is a favorite for those who want to add a gourmet touch to their meals:
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Lightning Hot Sauce: Blend with onions and garlic to create a naturally bright yellow sauce that pops with acidity and heat.</li>
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Seafood's Best Friend: Finely slice into fish tacos, shrimp ceviche, or grilled salmon to replace the need for both lemon juice and pepper flakes.</li>
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Spicy Citrus Salt: Dehydrate the thin-walled pods and grind them with sea salt for a finishing salt that is incredible on popcorn or margarita rims.</li>
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Pickled "Neon" Rings: Slice into rings and quick-pickle for a bright yellow topping that adds crunch and zing to sandwiches and burgers.</li>
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<h3 id="🪴 Growing Information" data-line="45">🪴 Growing Information</h3>
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Days to Maturity: 80–90 days (Faster than most baccatum types).</li>
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Sun Requirements: Full Sun.</li>
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Plant Habit: Bushy and vigorous; can reach 3 feet tall.</li>
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Productivity: Highly prolific; harvest often to encourage a continuous "strike" of new fruit.</li>
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Gardener’s Note: "Aji Limon Lightning is the highlight of our trial gardens every year. The color is so bright it almost looks artificial, and the flavor is so lemony that people don't believe it's just a pepper until they try it!"
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Add a jolt of flavor to your garden. The Aji Limon Lightning is the perfect variety for the adventurous gardener who demands high yields and gourmet quality. Don't settle for "just heat"—go for the lightning! Order your seeds today.

Lemon Spice Jalapeño Pepper

Firefly Farm - 20 Seeeds

Firefly Farm 200 Seeds

Driftless Seed Supply 25 Organic Seeds

Firefly Minipack- 10 Seeds

Seed Exposure Seed Exchange - Chinese Five Color Peppers start our purple and then mature to light yellow, yellow, orange and finally red as they mature. Lovely ornamental hot pepper with a stunning palette of bright fruit colors all present at the same time. Foliage is green with purple veins and purple blush on some leaves. 48 in. tall plants bear upright conical fruits ¾ x 1½ in. An arresting ornamental with hot fiery fruits. Pkt. Organic Colorful fruits grow to 1-2 inches Plants grow to 4' tall Medium hot pepper 70-90 days from transplant .2 grams or ~60 seed Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Exposure Seed Exchange - Chinese Five Color Peppers start our purple and then mature to light yellow, yellow, orange and finally red as they mature. 
Lovely ornamental hot pepper with a stunning palette of bright fruit colors all present at the same time. Foliage is green with purple veins and purple blush on some leaves. 48 in. tall plants bear upright conical fruits ¾ x 1½ in. An arresting ornamental with hot fiery fruits. Pkt.
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Colorful fruits grow to 1-2 inches</li>
<li>Plants grow to 4' tall</li>
<li>Medium hot pepper</li>
<li>70-90 days from transplant</li>
<li>.2 grams or ~60 seed</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Chinese Five Color Pepper (Hot), Organic

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange ~50 Organic Seeds

Firefly Farm 25 Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack - 12 Seeds

The Haberno Pepper is one of the most sought after hot peppers for home gardeners - Their native range is from the Yuicatan peninsula , West Indies and Trinidad. You will find this pepper grown all over the world as it has become a staple in hot and spicy dishes. Fruits are 1.5x2" in size. Botanical Name: C. Chinense Small, rippled, bright red fruits. Organic Plants grow to 3-4 feet Very hot pepper, 100,000-350,000 on the Scoville scale Amazing yields 95 days from transplant ~25+ Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14-25 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

The Haberno Pepper is one of the most sought after hot peppers for home gardeners - Their native range is from the Yuicatan peninsula , West Indies and Trinidad. You will find this pepper grown all over the world as it has become a staple in hot and spicy dishes.  Fruits are 1.5x2" in size.  
Botanical Name: C. Chinense
<ul>
<li>Small, rippled, bright red fruits. </li>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Plants grow to 3-4 feet</li>
<li>Very hot pepper, 100,000-350,000 on the Scoville scale</li>
<li>Amazing yields</li>
<li>95 days from transplant</li>
<li>~25+ Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14-25 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Habanero Pepper, Hot Pepper, Organic, Heirloom

Habanero Pepper, Hot Pepper, Organic Options Available, Heirloom

Firefly Farm 20 Seeds

Southern Exposure Seed Exchange  ~ 40 Organic Seeds

🌶️ Joe’s Long Cayenne – The "Giant" of the Chili World If you’re looking for a pepper that makes a statement in the garden and a masterpiece in the kitchen, look no further than Joe’s Long Cayenne. This legendary Italian heirloom is famous for producing shockingly long, slender fruits—often reaching a staggering 8 to 12 inches in length! Unlike standard cayenne peppers, Joe’s Long offers a bright, clean heat paired with a surprisingly complex, sweet undertone when fully ripe. Whether draped over a garden trellis or strung up to dry into vibrant red "ristras," this pepper is a showstopper. ✨ Key Features Epic Length: Produces some of the longest chili peppers in existence—a true conversation starter for any gardener. Rapid Ripening: These peppers transition from a deep forest green to a brilliant, waxy red faster than many other long-season varieties. Thin-Walled Wonder: Perfectly suited for drying, grinding into homemade crushed red pepper, or making traditional "long-hot" Italian frying peppers. Heavy Producer: Sturdy, upright plants that are absolutely loaded with fruit from mid-summer until the first frost. 🔥 Culinary Inspiration "Joe's Long is the ultimate 'everything' pepper. Its thin walls make it dry into a smoky, sweet powder in days, but it’s just as incredible when chopped fresh into a spicy pasta aglio e olio." 📋 Growing Specifications Feature Details Pepper Type Capsicum annuum (Heirloom) Heat Level 30,000 - 50,000 SHU (Moderately Hot) Days to Maturity 70 - 80 Days Sun Requirement Full Sun (8+ hours) Planting Depth 1/4 inch Spacing 18 - 24 inches apart 🪴 Gardening Tips for Success Stake Your Giants: Because these peppers grow so long and the plants are so prolific, the weight can pull the branches down. Use a sturdy stake or small cage early in the season. Mulch for Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist (but not soggy) to prevent the long fruits from curling or developing blossom end rot. The Drying Trick: For the best "Joe's Long" flakes, harvest when deep red and hang them in a well-ventilated area. Because they are thin-walled, they air-dry beautifully without a dehydrator! Pick Early, Pick Often: The more you harvest, the more the plant will produce. Don't be afraid to pick a few green ones for a milder, grassy heat! Add some serious length and legendary heat to your garden. Order Joe’s Long Cayenne today! 🌶️🇮🇹

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If you’re looking for a pepper that makes a statement in the garden and a masterpiece in the kitchen, look no further than Joe’s Long Cayenne. This legendary Italian heirloom is famous for producing shockingly long, slender fruits—often reaching a staggering 8 to 12 inches in length!
Unlike standard cayenne peppers, Joe’s Long offers a bright, clean heat paired with a surprisingly complex, sweet undertone when fully ripe. Whether draped over a garden trellis or strung up to dry into vibrant red "ristras," this pepper is a showstopper.
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<h3 data-line="8" id="✨ Key Features">✨ Key Features</h3>
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Epic Length: Produces some of the longest chili peppers in existence—a true conversation starter for any gardener.</li>
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Rapid Ripening: These peppers transition from a deep forest green to a brilliant, waxy red faster than many other long-season varieties.</li>
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Thin-Walled Wonder: Perfectly suited for drying, grinding into homemade crushed red pepper, or making traditional "long-hot" Italian frying peppers.</li>
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Heavy Producer: Sturdy, upright plants that are absolutely loaded with fruit from mid-summer until the first frost.</li>
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<h3 data-line="16" id="🔥 Culinary Inspiration">🔥 Culinary Inspiration</h3>
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"Joe's Long is the ultimate 'everything' pepper. Its thin walls make it dry into a smoky, sweet powder in days, but it’s just as incredible when chopped fresh into a spicy pasta aglio e olio."
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<h3 data-line="21" id="📋 Growing Specifications">📋 Growing Specifications</h3>
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<th>Feature</th>
<th>Details</th>
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<td>Pepper Type</td>
<td>Capsicum annuum (Heirloom)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Heat Level</td>
<td>30,000 - 50,000 SHU (Moderately Hot)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Days to Maturity</td>
<td>70 - 80 Days</td>
</tr>
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<td>Sun Requirement</td>
<td>Full Sun (8+ hours)</td>
</tr>
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<td>Planting Depth</td>
<td>1/4 inch</td>
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<td>Spacing</td>
<td>18 - 24 inches apart</td>
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</tbody>
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<h3 data-line="34" id="🪴 Gardening Tips for Success">🪴 Gardening Tips for Success</h3>
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Stake Your Giants: Because these peppers grow so long and the plants are so prolific, the weight can pull the branches down. Use a sturdy stake or small cage early in the season.</li>
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Mulch for Moisture: Keep the soil consistently moist (but not soggy) to prevent the long fruits from curling or developing blossom end rot.</li>
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The Drying Trick: For the best "Joe's Long" flakes, harvest when deep red and hang them in a well-ventilated area. Because they are thin-walled, they air-dry beautifully without a dehydrator!</li>
<li data-line="38">
Pick Early, Pick Often: The more you harvest, the more the plant will produce. Don't be afraid to pick a few green ones for a milder, grassy heat!</li>
</ol>
Add some serious length and legendary heat to your garden. Order Joe’s Long Cayenne today! 🌶️🇮🇹

Joe's Long Cayenne Pepper (Hot)

25 Seeds

25 Organic Seeds

250 Seeds

Firefly Farm Minipack 10 Seeds

Out of Stock for the season - Seed Exchange - (C. frutescens) Small peppers, big attitude! Mounded 8" plants covered with ½" tabasco-type fruits ripening from green to a rich deep red. Averages 200 fruits per plant. If picked clean, a colorful second crop will set just in time for your holiday decorations. Perfect for container growing. 85 days from transplant. Hot. Tabasco-type fruits grow to ½ inch Very productive Good for container growing Hot pepper 85 days from transplant 50 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Out of Stock for the season - Seed Exchange - (C. frutescens) Small peppers, big attitude! Mounded 8" plants covered with ½" tabasco-type fruits ripening from green to a rich deep red. Averages 200 fruits per plant. If picked clean, a colorful second crop will set just in time for your holiday decorations. Perfect for container growing. 85 days from transplant. Hot.
<li>Tabasco-type fruits grow to ½ inch</li>
<li>Very productive</li>
<li>Good for container growing</li>
<li>Hot pepper</li>
<li>85 days from transplant</li>
<li>50 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 12-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Thai Hot Pepper, 1800's Heirloom

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Seed Exchange - (C. chinense) (aka Lucifer’s Dream) Caribbean favorite many times hotter than the jalapeño. Three-foot tall plants produce enormous yields of small rippled peppers with a characteristic fruity flavor and aroma. 90-100 days from transplant. Sizzling hot. Small, rippled, bright red fruits Plants grow to 3 feet Very hot pepper Enormous yields 90-100 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Exchange - (C. chinense) (aka Lucifer’s Dream) Caribbean favorite many times hotter than the jalapeño. Three-foot tall plants produce enormous yields of small rippled peppers with a characteristic fruity flavor and aroma. 90-100 days from transplant. Sizzling hot.
<ul>
<li>Small, rippled, bright red fruits</li>
<li>Plants grow to 3 feet</li>
<li>Very hot pepper</li>
<li>Enormous yields</li>
<li>90-100 days from transplant</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Red Habanero Pepper (Lucifer's Dream)

Seedsavers Exchange 40 Seeds

Seed Exchange - Stunning 1½" long fruits borne on foot-high ornamental plants, perfect for container growing. Fruits ripen from lavender to deep purple to orange and finally to red. 60-75 days from transplant. Medium hot. Organic Colorful fruits grow to 1-2 inches Plants grow to 12 inches Medium hot pepper 60-75 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Exchange - Stunning 1½" long fruits borne on foot-high ornamental plants, perfect for container growing. Fruits ripen from lavender to deep purple to orange and finally to red. 60-75 days from transplant. Medium hot.
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Colorful fruits grow to 1-2 inches</li>
<li>Plants grow to 12 inches</li>
<li>Medium hot pepper</li>
<li>60-75 days from transplant</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Aurora Pepper (Hot), Organic

Seedsavers Exchange 25 Seeds

Firefly Farm MInipack 10 Seeds

Seed Exchange - This gorgeous, versatile, and delicious blocky pepper originates from Italy and is ideal for stuffing, frying, and canning, with a heat level that ranges from mild to hot. Pendant fruits measure 4 to 5 inches long by 2 to 2.5 inches wide. Its medium-thick flesh matures from green to red, and plants measure 18 to 24 inches tall. (70-80 days). This Italian family heirloom pepper was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in 2015 by Chad and Michele Ogle-Riccelli of Des Moines, Iowa. Chad's great-grandparents, Giovanni "John" Ausilio and Rachel P. Scarcello, immigrated from Italy in the early 1900s. Their daughter Theresa continues to grow the pepper, which today is at the center of the family's culinary traditions. It is used for drying, frying, stuffing, canning and making sardas (savory rolls flavored with dried peppers and sardines). ±4,200 seeds/oz When asked why the family chose to preserve this pepper and save seeds form year to year, Chad says, "As Grandma (Theresa Ausilio Riccelli) would tell you, they are her family seeds. Something that special, you love and pass on for generations to come...These peppers are part of our heritage." Italian-style thin skin frying pepper Red fruits grow to 5 inches long Moderate to high heat 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Exchange - This gorgeous, versatile, and delicious blocky pepper originates from Italy and is ideal for stuffing, frying, and canning, with a heat level that ranges from mild to hot. Pendant fruits measure 4 to 5 inches long by 2 to 2.5 inches wide. Its medium-thick flesh matures from green to red, and plants measure 18 to 24 inches tall. (70-80 days).
This Italian family heirloom pepper was donated to Seed Savers Exchange in 2015 by Chad and Michele Ogle-Riccelli of Des Moines, Iowa. Chad's great-grandparents, Giovanni "John" Ausilio and Rachel P. Scarcello, immigrated from Italy in the early 1900s. Their daughter Theresa continues to grow the pepper, which today is at the center of the family's culinary traditions. It is used for drying, frying, stuffing, canning and making sardas (savory rolls flavored with dried peppers and sardines). ±4,200 seeds/oz
When asked why the family chose to preserve this pepper and save seeds form year to year, Chad says, "As Grandma (Theresa Ausilio Riccelli) would tell you, they are her family seeds. Something that special, you love and pass on for generations to come...These peppers are part of our heritage."
<ul>
<li>Italian-style thin skin frying pepper</li>
<li>Red fruits grow to 5 inches long</li>
<li>Moderate to high heat</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
 Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 12-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Ausilio Thin Skin Italian Pepper, early 1900's Heirloom (Hot), Organic

﻿Seed Exchange - From SSE member Larry Pierce of Cabool, Missouri. Named Traveler because Larry carried this seed with him when he moved to Oklahoma, Wyoming, and then Missouri. Sturdy plants covered in cylindrical fruits that average 3" long. Fruits ripen from green to bright red. 70-90 days from transplant. Hot. Characteristics: Best-selling hot pepper Cylindrical fruits grow to 3 inches Peppers ripen from green to bright red Hot pepper 70-90 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

﻿Seed Exchange - From SSE member Larry Pierce of Cabool, Missouri. Named Traveler because Larry carried this seed with him when he moved to Oklahoma, Wyoming, and then Missouri. Sturdy plants covered in cylindrical fruits that average 3" long. Fruits ripen from green to bright red. 70-90 days from transplant. Hot.
Characteristics: 
Best-selling hot pepper
Cylindrical fruits grow to 3 inches
Peppers ripen from green to bright red
Hot pepper
70-90 days from transplant
25 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 12-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Jalapeno (Traveler Strain) Pepper (Hot)

Seed Exchange - Eight-inch elongated bells are as mild as apples. Fruits stand upright on 2' plants and ripen from green to red. Best used when green or just turning to red. Productive large pepper that bears consistently until frost. Early large pepper; great for stuffing. 70-90 days from transplant. Sweet. Characteristics: Organic Fruits grow to 8 inches Best used when green or slightly red Great for stuffing Sweet pepper 70-90 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Exchange - Eight-inch elongated bells are as mild as apples. Fruits stand upright on 2' plants and ripen from green to red. Best used when green or just turning to red. Productive large pepper that bears consistently until frost. Early large pepper; great for stuffing. 70-90 days from transplant. Sweet.
Characteristics:
<ul>
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Fruits grow to 8 inches</li>
<li>Best used when green or slightly red</li>
<li>Great for stuffing</li>
<li>Sweet pepper</li>
<li>70-90 days from transplant</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
</ul>
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until the soil is warm.
<ul>
<li>Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost</li>
<li>Plant 1/4" deep</li>
<li>Germinates in 14 days</li>
<li>Plant Rows 12-24" apart</li>
</ul>
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Napoleon Sweet Pepper, Organic

Seedsavers Exchange 25 Organic Seeds

﻿Seed Savers Exchange - This absolutely stunning purple bell pepper has a tender, crisp texture and low-key, sweet flavor. The large, four-lobed, thick-walled fruits remain purple for some time before ripening to a radiant purple-red and are borne on sturdy, compact plants. 70-75 days from transplant. Sweet Characteristics: Mild sweet flavor Holds purple color well Sweet pepper 50 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

﻿Seed Savers Exchange - This absolutely stunning purple bell pepper has a tender, crisp texture and low-key, sweet flavor. The large, four-lobed, thick-walled fruits remain purple for some time before ripening to a radiant purple-red and are borne on sturdy, compact plants. 70-75 days from transplant. Sweet
Characteristics: 
Mild sweet flavor
Holds purple color well
Sweet pepper
50 Seeds
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 12-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Purple Beauty Pepper (Sweet)

The Living Seed Company - This Habanero-type heirloom originated from the Central African Republic. Delicious citrus flavor and few seeds. Golden-orange, three inch long fruits on very sturdy plants. Grow in a pot and overwinter inside. 250,000 - 300,000 Scoville heat units. Orange fruits grow to 4 inches Excellent flavor Highly productive Heavy yields Hot Pepper: 250,000-300,000 Scoville heat units 90 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

The Living Seed Company - This Habanero-type heirloom originated from the Central African Republic.  Delicious citrus flavor and few seeds.  Golden-orange, three inch long fruits on very sturdy plants.  Grow in a pot and overwinter inside. 250,000 - 300,000 Scoville heat units.
<li>Orange fruits grow to 4 inches</li>
<li>Excellent flavor</li>
<li>Highly productive</li>
<li>Heavy yields</li>
<li>Hot Pepper: 250,000-300,000 Scoville heat units 
</li>
<li>90 days from transplant</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 12-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Fatalii Hot Pepper Heirloom (Hot Pepper)

Seed Exchange - The piercing heat of this late-maturing pepper is worth the wait, and its deliciously fruity, sweet, and citrus-y flavor and excellent crunch only add to its enjoyment. The highly branched, leafy plants produce light-yellow, finger-shaped fruits with creases and folds. The fruits grow 3-3 ½" long on plants that reach up to 3' tall. 100-120 days. Organic Hot Fruity, sweet, and citrus-y flavor Finger shaped fruits Fruits grow 3-3 1/2" 100-120 days from transplant 25 Seeds Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 12-24" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Seed Exchange - The piercing heat of this late-maturing pepper is worth the wait, and its deliciously fruity, sweet, and citrus-y flavor and excellent crunch only add to its enjoyment. The highly branched, leafy plants produce light-yellow, finger-shaped fruits with creases and folds. The fruits grow 3-3 ½" long on plants that reach up to 3' tall. 100-120 days.
<li>Organic</li>
<li>Hot</li>
<li>Fruity, sweet, and citrus-y flavor</li>
<li>Finger shaped fruits</li>
<li>Fruits grow 3-3 1/2"</li>
<li>100-120 days from transplant</li>
<li>25 Seeds</li>
 
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 12-24" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

Yellow Peru Pepper (Hot), Organic

High Mowing Organic Seeds -Small, mild Japanese pepper for roasting, pan-frying and grilling. Thin walls blister and char easily when roasted or grilled, taking on rich flavor that is delicious with coarse salt and lemon juice (or with a splash of soy sauce). The occasional fruit will display heat. Typically harvested and used green, but eventually turns orange and red with sweeter flavor. Prolific! Organic and Open Pollinated Eat fresh Mild but can be hot from time to time Harvest in 60-75 days from transplant Hot pepper 1/64 ounce (25 seeds) Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm. Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost Plant 1/4" deep Germinates in 14 days Plant Rows 18-36" apart Firefly Farm & Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

High Mowing Organic Seeds -Small, mild Japanese pepper for roasting, pan-frying and grilling. 
Thin walls blister and char easily when roasted or grilled, taking on rich flavor that is delicious with coarse salt and lemon juice (or with a splash of soy sauce). The occasional fruit will display heat. Typically harvested and used green, but eventually turns orange and red with sweeter flavor. Prolific!
<li>Organic and Open Pollinated</li>
<li>Eat fresh</li>
<li>Mild but can be hot from time to time</li>
<li>Harvest in 60-75 days from transplant</li>
<li>Hot pepper</li>
<li>1/64 ounce (25 seeds)</li>
 
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors ¼” deep. Peppers germinate best in warm soil, so gentle bottom heat may be helpful until seedlings emerge. Wait to transplant outdoors until soil is warm.
Sow indoors 8 weeks before the last frost
Plant 1/4" deep
Germinates in 14 days
Plant Rows 18-36" apart
Firefly Farm &amp; Mercantile may substitute based on supplier availability

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