Shishito – Popular Japanese Appetizer Pepper with Mild Heat
Shishito peppers are a popular Japanese variety featuring mostly mild heat with an occasional surprise hot pepper. These slender 3-4" fruits are perfect for blistering and have become a restaurant favorite for appetizers.
Key Features:
Mostly mild heat with occasional surprise hot pepper (1 in 10)
Slender 3-4" fruits perfect for blistering
Popular Japanese variety and restaurant favorite
Prolific production throughout the season
Perfect for appetizers, tapas, and Asian dishes
Growing Specifications:
Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily)
Spacing: Plant 18-24" apart in rows 24-36" apart
Days to Harvest: 60-70 days
Season: Warm-season annual vegetable
Care Tips:
Plant after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 70°F. Peppers thrive in warm temperatures and consistent moisture. Water regularly and fertilize every 2-3 weeks for best production. Harvest when fruits are 3-4" long and still green. Shishito's restaurant-quality flavor makes it ideal for gourmet home gardens.
Pricing & Availability
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