Shishito Pepper (Capsicum annuum)

An old Japanese heirloom bearing wrinkly 3 -4 fruits crunchy and sweet with a delicious kick of heat. Emerald peppers ripen to a brilliant red great to eat at any stage. We love them sauted with olive oil and a sprinkle of sea salt. Prolific throughout the growing season. 25 seeds minimum Germination: 7-14 days Maturity: 60 days from transplant Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1/4\” deep in seed starting mix. Requires soil temperatures of 65-90F to germinate. Heat mat is recommended. Keep soil moist. Transplant in full sun when all danger of frost has passed. Bottom leaves should be just above ground level. Space plants 12-18 apart; space rows 2-4\’ apart.