Shishito
Grow it Forward Heirloom Plant
Germ
7-14 days
Depth
¼ in
Spacing
1 in
Row Spacing
36-48 in
Sunlight
Full Sun
Planting Time
Spring
Harvest
60-90 days
Powered by Baker Creek Heirloom Seeds
Care instructions
A favorite old Japanese variety which produces 3-inch long, slightly wrinkled fruit that are perfect for making tempura and other traditional recipes. Fruit is emerald green color, mildly flavored with a just bit of spice; it really is superb. It is the standard with many chefs.
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Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost date of spring. Surface-sow or barely cover the seeds, which benefit from light to hurry germination. Keep the seed-tray in warm conditions, but do not allow to dry out. When sprouts appear, move to a sunny window or glow light. Set out well-developed transplants after last frost date when weather is warm. Peppers need rich soil. Peppers may be used green or ripe.
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