,Capsicum baccatum
The Aji Amarillo pepper, also known as “yellow chile pepper” due to its yellowish color when mature, is often compared to the Scotch Bonnet with a slightly lower level of spiciness. Its thick skin and bright orange hue give off a raisiny aroma and a fruity flavor with notes of mango and passion fruit. As experts in the field of peppers, we recommend enriching the soil with compost and regularly providing compost tea for optimal growth. Additionally, mulching with a layer of compost can further promote healthy development.
Growing Hot Peppers in Containers
Peppers can be grown all year long in containers. It is suitable for apartment dwellers and gardeners who live in cool regions where the number of growing days are limited. Many pepper enthusiast grow peppers in pots so they can have fresh peppers all year long. It’s best to use 5 gallon containers so the roots do not get too over-crowded