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Capsicum annuum Poblano Pepper

Capsicum annuum Poblano Pepper is a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike for its large, heart-shaped fruit and rich, complex flavor. Growing to about 24 to 36 inches tall with a spread of 18 to 24 inches, this upright, bushy variety is a standout in vegetable gardens, raised beds, and large containers. Unlike hotter chilies, the Poblano offers a mild, family-friendly heat (1,000 – 2,000 Scoville Units), producing thick-walled, glossy dark green peppers that ripen to a deep reddish-brown, offering versatility whether harvested fresh or allowed to mature for drying.

 

Culinary and Practical Uses  

  • The thick, sturdy walls and spacious interior make this the premier "stuffing pepper," essential for classic dishes like Chiles Rellenos, where they are roasted, peeled, and filled with cheese or meat.
  • When harvested green, they provide an earthy, rich flavor for roasting, salsas, and rajas (strips of roasted peppers with cream and onions).
  • When allowed to fully ripen to deep red/brown and dried, they are known as "Ancho" chiles, becoming a cornerstone ingredient for authentic mole sauces and chili pastes.  

 

Characteristics

  • Foliage: Dense canopy of dark green leaves that protects the large peppers from sunscald; the broad leaves provide excellent cover for the heavy fruit set.
  • Growth Habit: Vigorous, well-branched, and upright; plants are generally self-supporting but often benefit from staking or caging to support the heavy weight of the mature peppers.
  • Flowers: Produces small, white, star-shaped blossoms continuously throughout the summer, which are self-pollinating and highly productive.
  • Seeds: Harvested after the fruit fully ripens to a dark red or chocolate brown; seeds are concentrated at the stem end and are easily removed for cooking or saving.

 

Growing Requirements

  • Sun: Thrives in full sun; requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to ensure thick walls and proper ripening.
  • Soil: Adapts to most soil types but prefers fertile, loamy, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0; amending with organic matter improves yield.
  • Water: Requires consistent, moderate watering; maintaining even soil moisture is critical to preventing blossom end rot and ensuring the peppers reach their full size.
  • Spacing: Plant transplants 18 to 24 inches apart in rows 24 to 36 inches apart to allow for vigorous growth and good air circulation.
  • Maintenance: Harvest green peppers frequently to encourage new fruit set; feed with a balanced vegetable fertilizer at planting and again when flowers appear.

 

Shipping Info

Poblano Pepper seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.

    Growing Zones

    3a - 11b
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    Low Temperature

    50°F

    High Temperature

    90°F

    Fragrant

    No

    Polinator Required

    No

    Polinator Friendly

    Yes

    Flower Color

    Brown Green Red White

    Growth Rate

    Fast

    Soil

    Fertile, loamy, well-draining soil

    Moisture

    Moderate

    Sun Exposure

    Full sun

    Mature Spread

    18 - 24 inches

    Mature Height

    24 - 36 inches

    Bloom Period

    Summer

    Pruning Time

    Early Summer

    Pet Safe

    No

    Perennial / Annual

    Annual

    Evergreen / Deciduous

    Deciduous

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