Padron Chilli Pepper Seeds | Spanish Tapas Pepper | Franchi Seeds

Padron Chilli Pepper (Capsicum annuum L.) is a legendary Spanish tapas pepper. Brought from Mexico to Galicia centuries ago, these peppers are famous for their “Russian Roulette” heat: most are mild, but one in ten can be surprisingly hot! The bushy plant produces abundant, meaty, flat-conical green peppers perfect for frying whole. Contains approximately 100 seeds. A must-grow for food lovers.

🌱 Sow indoors Feb-Jun. Plant in full sun after frost. Space 40-50cm apart.
☀️ Needs full sun & heat. Best against a south wall or in a greenhouse in Ireland.
💧 Water regularly but don’t overwater.
📏 Bushy plant, 50-70cm tall. Harvest green peppers in 70-80 days.

Bullet Technical Data
🌱 Depth: 0.5 cm
📅 Sow: Feb-Jun indoors
☀️ Light: Full sun
🌡️ Germ: 14-28 days (needs heat)
📏 Height: 50-70 cm
🪴 Space: 40-50 cm
⏳ Harvest: 70-80 days (green)
🪙 Seeds: Approx. 100 seeds

Tips & Tricks
Start early indoors with heat. Grow in pots or sunny sheltered spot. Pinch tips for bushiness. The heat is unpredictable!

Garden-to-Table Recipe
Padrón Peppers Tapas

• 250g Padrón peppers

• 3 tbsp olive oil

• Flaky sea salt

1. Dry peppers thoroughly.

2. Heat oil in a large pan until very hot.

3. Fry peppers in single layer for 2-4 mins until blistered.

4. Drain, salt generously, and serve immediately sizzling hot.
   Serve with cold beer or wine.