The Aji Challuaruro Pepper is a vibrant piece of agricultural heritage from Peru that adds excitement to both your garden and your kitchen. Renowned for its stunning ripening process, this heirloom pepper transforms visually as it matures, starting from white, transitioning to an elegant pink-purple hue, and finally settling into a soft light orange shade.
As captivating as its appearance is, the Aji Challuaruro also delivers on flavor, making it an essential addition to any culinary enthusiast’s repertoire.
If you’re looking for another wonderful variety similar to this one, try our Aji Norteno here.
Growing and Variety Information
Start the seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before your last frost date. When transplanting outdoors, ensure transplants are given plenty of sunlight and warm temperatures.
Species: Baccatum
Days to Harvest: 85+
Heat Level (SHU): Approx. 500-2,000
Our Grow Process: Non-Isolated (Open-Pollinated)
Plant Height: 4 ft +
Plant Stability: Stable
Variety Origin: Peru
Seed Amount: 10+
