{"product_id":"aji-colorado-15-seeds","title":"Aji Colorado - 15 pcs seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#FF0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Aji Colorado\" (Aji Colorado) \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a popular South American hot-pepper variety of the \u003cem\u003eCapsicum baccatum\u003c\/em\u003e species, originating from \u003cspan style=\"color:#FF0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBolivia or Peru\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. It produces slightly wrinkled fruits \u003cspan style=\"color:#FF0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e long and \u003cspan style=\"color:#FF0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e wide, which turn from green to a beautiful \u003cspan style=\"color:#FF0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eglossy orange-red\u003c\/strong\u003e when ripe.\u003c\/span\u003e With heat of around \u003cspan style=\"color:#FF0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 000 SHU\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e the variety offers a pleasant balance between the characteristic flavour of Aji peppers and moderately strong pungency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color:#FF0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"Aji Colorado\" (Aji Colorado)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a traditional South American hot pepper regarded as one of the distinctive varieties in this group. Its origin is associated with \u003cstrong\u003eBolivia and Peru\u003c\/strong\u003e, where members of \u003cem\u003eCapsicum baccatum\u003c\/em\u003e have a long culinary history.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe fruits are elongated, approximately \u003cstrong\u003e7–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e long and \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e wide. Their surface is slightly wrinkled, giving the variety its distinctive appearance. In the early stages the peppers are green, and at full maturity they become \u003cstrong\u003eglossy orange-red\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAji Colorado also stands out for its \u003cstrong\u003epleasant, highly valued flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e combined with medium-high heat. The producer states \u003cstrong\u003e20 000 Scoville units\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for those who enjoy distinctly spicy peppers without reaching the extreme levels of the hottest varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe variety can be grown both \u003cstrong\u003ein a greenhouse and outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e. For higher yields, we recommend greenhouse cultivation. Start seeds indoors between \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary and April\u003c\/strong\u003e and maintain a germination temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e20–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plants can be moved outside around the end of May, once conditions are warm enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWith stronger growth, plants can be \u003cstrong\u003etied to stakes\u003c\/strong\u003e to provide the support they need. Another option is pruning to form more compact plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAn interesting advantage of Aji Colorado is the possibility of \u003cstrong\u003eextending the season\u003c\/strong\u003e. In autumn, plants can be transferred into pots and brought indoors, where in a sufficiently bright place they can continue forming and ripening fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariety characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"Aji Colorado\" (Aji Colorado)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eCapsicum baccatum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot pepper\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bolivia \/ Peru\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eHeat level:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e20 000 SHU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eFruit length:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e7–10 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eFruit width:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eSurface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly wrinkled\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eInitial colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eColour at ripeness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glossy orange-red\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Distinctive and highly valued\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eHeat level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium hot\u003cbr\u003e\n✔️ \u003cstrong\u003eGrowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Outdoors or in a greenhouse.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌡️ Pungency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong\u003e20 000 SHU on the Scoville scale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eAji Colorado offers noticeable yet relatively balanced heat. This places it above mildly spicy varieties but well below the extremely hot members of \u003cem\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e. The value given by Vreeken's Zaden is \u003cstrong\u003e20 000 Scoville\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Sowing and growing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing period:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eJanuary – April\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e20–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting outdoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003ethe end of May\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e outdoors or in a greenhouse\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor higher yields:\u003c\/strong\u003e greenhouse cultivation is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eOnce plants reach a greater height, they can be tied to stakes or other suitable support. In limited space, pruning is also possible to keep plants more compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🪴 Season extension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eIn late summer or autumn, plants can be \u003cstrong\u003etransplanted into pots and moved indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen placed in a bright, relatively warm location, they can continue to develop after the end of the standard outdoor season. This is especially useful if the plants still have unripe fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🍴 Culinary use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to the combination of distinctive flavour and \u003cstrong\u003e20 000 SHU heat\u003c\/strong\u003e, Aji Colorado is suitable for a range of spicy recipes:\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e• Homemade hot sauces\u003cbr\u003e\n• Salsa\u003cbr\u003e\n• Marinating\u003cbr\u003e\n• Pickles\u003cbr\u003e\n• Soups and stews\u003cbr\u003e\n• Vegetable dishes\u003cbr\u003e\n• South American recipes\u003cbr\u003e\n• Drying\u003cbr\u003e\n• Preparing hot seasonings and blends\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003eWhen fully ripe, the orange-red fruits are also suitable for drying and subsequent grinding.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eTip from Urban Botaniks:\u003c\/strong\u003e For \u003cstrong style=\"color: rgb(255, 0, 0);\"\u003e\"Ahi Colorado\" (Aji Colorado)\u003c\/strong\u003e, sowing early in winter is worthwhile. 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