Chili pepper 'Aji limo rojo'

Capsicum annuum longum group

How to grow Chili pepper 'Aji limo rojo'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Aji limo rojo is thought of as half hardy, so although it can survive a small mild cold snap, it is wise to ensure that this plant is protected from frost damage. Ideally plant in loamy and sandy soil and try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 7.0 and 8.5 as Aji limo rojo likes to be in neutral soil to weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Aji limo rojo from seed

Sow 0.2 inches (0.5 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 1.95 inches (5.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 18°C / 64°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Aji limo rojo

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Aji limo rojo is a half hardy plant.

Harvesting Aji limo rojo