Chilcostle

created by Himbeeropi at 01.02.2021

Features

Color

red

Fruit shape

elongated

Growth habit

half-high

bushy

Taste

Sharpness 5

Season Overview

Propagating

Planting

Harvest

J

F

M

A

M

J

A

S

O

N

D

Description

:Chilcostle is a very tasty, classic Mexican chili variety with an aromatic bell pepper flavor and medium heat. The plants bear many elongated, dark red chilies that have a juicy pericarp and are excellent for braising, stuffing, grilling and pickling. In Mexico, they are also dried and processed into powder.

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

Care: The germination temperature is between 22 and 28°C (8 - 21 days germination period), so it is recommended to use a greenhouse and a heating mat. The plants need a fresh, well fertilized well-drained soil and do not tolerate waterlogging. They should be in a full sun, sheltered spot with at least 6 hours of sunlight, preferably more. Place the plants outside about 2 to 3 weeks after the last frost.