Mikes Pepper Hot (80 Days)

75 DAYS
Capsicum annuum

A treasured family heirloom from Mike Stefancsik of Lethbridge, Alberta, this Hungarian-style pepper brings exceptional heat and flavour to the garden. The medium-sized fruit begins green, with a classic chili-pepper shape, and matures to a striking orange that stands out beautifully on the plant.

Mike describes the heat as extreme, so expect a bold bite with rich Hungarian pepper character. Great for fresh use, drying, pickling, or adding fire to sauces and traditional recipes.

A rare, Prairie-proven heirloom with beautiful colour, strong heat, and a story behind every harvest.

Size: Medium-sized fruit, maturing to a striking orange colour.

Yield: Abundant crop suited for various culinary uses throughout the season.

Taste: Bold, spicy heat with a rich Hungarian pepper character.

How to use: Excellent for fresh eating, pickling, or enhancing the flavour of sauces and traditional dishes.

Planting tips: Start seed indoors 6 to 8 weeks before transplanting out. Cover seeds with 1/4 in. of soil and maintain a soil temperature of 22C for germination. Ideal for well-drained, fertile soil.

Harvest tips: Harvest peppers when they reach full colour, indicating peak flavour and heat.