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.
π± Sow indoors Feb-Jun. Plant in full sun after frost. Space 40-50cm apart.
βοΈ Needs full sun & heat. Best against a south wall or in a greenhouse in Ireland.
π§ Water regularly but don’t overwater.
π Bushy plant, 50-70cm tall. Harvest green peppers in 70-80 days.
Bullet Technical Data
π± Depth: 0.5 cm
π
Sow: Feb-Jun indoors
βοΈ Light: Full sun
π‘οΈ Germ: 14-28 days (needs heat)
π Height: 50-70 cm
πͺ΄ Space: 40-50 cm
β³ Harvest: 70-80 days (green)
πͺ 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
PadrΓ³n Peppers Tapas
250g PadrΓ³n peppers
3 tbsp olive oil
Flaky sea salt
Dry peppers thoroughly.
Heat oil in a large pan until very hot.
Fry peppers in single layer for 2-4 mins until blistered.
Drain, salt generously, and serve immediately sizzling hot.
Serve with cold beer or wine.







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