Red Manzano Chili Pepper Vegetable Seeds
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Product Specifications:
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Seed Type: Red Manzano Chili Pepper (Capsicum pubescens)
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Common Names: Rocoto, Locoto, Tree Chili
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Plant Type: Perennial in warm climates, annual in cold regions
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Fruit Color: Red when ripe
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Heat Level: Medium to hot (similar to Habanero)
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Growth Habit: Shrub-like, can grow into a small tree
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Ideal Growing Conditions: Prefers cool temperatures, high altitudes
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Uses: Fresh consumption, sauces, salsas, drying



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Features
Life Cycle
Perennial in tropics
Planting Season
Spring to Summer
Growth Habit
Upright bushy
Flavor Profile
Fruity and hot
Plant Characteristics
Hairy stems, thick skin
Use
Culinary, pickling
Growing Conditions
Warm, humid climate
Harvest Advantages
Long yield period
Plant Resistance
Moderate pest resistance
Heirloom, open-pollinated
Capsicum pubescens
Seed Names
Red Manzano Chili
Seed Type
Heirloom, open-pollinated
Red Manzano Chili is a unique heirloom pepper known for its vibrant red pods, apple-like shape, and exceptional heat. Popular in Latin American cuisine, it thrives in cooler climates compared to other chili varieties and produces thick-walled, juicy fruits with black seeds.
Planting Information
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Planting Depth
¼ inch
Sowing Method
Direct or Transplant
Plant Spacing
18–24 inches
Days to Maturity
90–120 days
Soil Preparation
Soak 12–24 hrs
Hardiness Zones
9–11
Water Needs
Moderate, consistent
Planting Season
Spring to Early Summer
Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
Up to 50 sq. ft
500
Up to 250 sq. ft
1000
Up to 500 sq. ft