Chili 'Aji Cristal'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Aji Cristal is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Aji Cristal needs a soil ph of 7.0 to 8.5 (neutral soil - weakly alkaline soil).

Seeds germinate bed when soild temps are above 65F

Sow 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 1.95 inches (5.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 18°C / 64°F.

Aji Cristal is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Peppers are most flavorful (citrusy) when green to yellow. Can be bitter at this stage – cooking resolves this issue. As fruit matures it turns orange to red. At red color, still hot but citrus flavor has diminished, replaced by sweetness and a richer pepper flavor.

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in mid summer.

Originally from Curico, Chile

Aji Crystal