Description
A Capsiscum annuum type. Very compact and highly branched with classic wrinkled, slightly curled fruits typical of Padron types. Extremely early to fruit, with flowering around 3–4 weeks ahead of standard chilli varieties, making it suitable for the window sill or patio containers.
Perfect for frying in olive oil and serving in the Tapas style sprinkled with rock salt and olive oil!
- Fruit type: Wrinkled, slightly curled fruit
- Fruit Colour: Bright green when immature (traditionally harvested at this stage), ripening to red if left to mature
- Fruit Size: 5–7 cm long
- Fruit yield: Around 20–25 fruits per plant in small pots, with higher yields in larger patio containers
- SHU: 1,850 (mild), with occasional hotter fruits typical of Padron types
- Flavour: Mild, classic Padron flavour—ideal for frying and tapas dishes
- Plant Height: 25 cm
- Plant Spread: 20cm
- Finished final container size for consumer: 15–25 cm
- Days to maturity: 60–70 days
