Rocoto Aji Largo Seeds

Rocoto Aji Largo Seeds produce a distinctive pepper known for its thick flesh, rich flavor, and impressive adaptability in cooler growing regions. These heirloom peppers thrive in home gardens and are valued for their productivity and unique taste. Ideal for gardeners who enjoy growing specialty peppers with dependable performance.

Features

• Heirloom Rocoto Aji Largo variety

• Produces thick-walled, flavorful peppers

• Performs well in cooler conditions compared to other pepper types

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers

• Non-GMO, high-quality seeds for reliable germination

• Great for fresh use, cooking, and preserving

Specifications

Scientific Name: Capsicum pubescens
Common Name (US): Pepper Seeds
Plant Type: Warm-season pepper
Growth Habit: Bushy, vigorous
Fruit Characteristics: Thick flesh, medium heat level
Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

Season & Planting

• Sowing Indoors: Start seeds indoors 10–12 weeks before the last expected frost (typically January–March depending on zone).

• Transplanting Outdoors: Move seedlings outside after all frost danger has passed and temperatures warm (March–May in most regions).

• Growing Season: Warm months; plants continue producing until fall.

USDA Hardiness Zones

• Zones 3–5: Start indoors in January–March; transplant outdoors in late May–June.

• Zones 6–8: Start indoors in February–March; transplant outdoors in April–May.

• Zones 9–10: Start indoors December–February; transplant outdoors February–March.

Maturity

• Days to Harvest: Approximately 90–120 days after transplanting

Plant Spacing

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

• Row Spacing: 24–36 inches