20 Shishito Pepper Seeds – Mild & Sweet Heirloom Non-GMO Peppers for Easy Growing

Product Overview

These 20 Shishito Pepper seeds offer a chance to grow your own mild and sweet peppers, known for their unique flavor and occasional spicy kick. As an heirloom, non-GMO variety, these seeds produce thin-walled, wrinkled green peppers that are popular in Japanese cuisine. Ideal for roasting, grilling, stir-frying, or enjoying fresh, Shishito peppers add a flavorful touch to any garden.

Key Features

• Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
• Quantity: 20 fresh, non-GMO seeds
• Heat Level: Mild (100-1,000 SHU) with occasional spicy pods
• Flavor: Sweet and slightly smoky with mild heat
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy plants with high yields
• Color: Green when young, turning red when fully ripe
• High germination rate under warm temperatures (70-85°F)
• Heirloom variety ensuring authentic flavor and quality

Growing Information

Shishito pepper plants thrive in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. They prefer well-draining, nutrient-rich soil and moderate watering to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. These peppers mature in 60 to 75 days from germination, making them suitable for containers, home gardens, or greenhouse cultivation. Their compact and bushy growth habit makes them easy to manage and harvest.

For best results, maintain warm soil temperatures between 70 and 85°F during germination. Once established, these plants produce high yields of flavorful peppers perfect for a variety of culinary uses.