Ancho Grande Chili Pepper Seeds For Planting (Capsicum annuum)
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basic information
The ancho grande pepper, a dried form of the poblano (Capsicum annuum), is a staple in Mexican cuisine, known for its deep, smoky flavor with mild to moderate heat. Ranging from 1,000 to 2,000 Scoville units, it imparts a rich, slightly sweet taste to dishes. Commonly used in moles, salsas, and adobo sauces, ancho grande is often ground into powder or rehydrated and blended to enhance stews, soups, and marinades, adding complexity to both savory and sweet recipes.
Seed Count
100 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Organic
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: To germinate pepper seeds, maintain a consistent soil temperature of 75-85°F, using a heat mat if necessary. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged to encourage sprouting. Provide 14-16 hours of bright light daily to support healthy seedling development.
SEED PREP
Soak seeds for 24 hours prior to sowing.
SOWING DEPTH
Sow the seed 1/4” under.
LIGHT PREFERENCE
Prefers an area of full sunlight.
SOIL CONDITIONS
Provide a sterile, rich & fertile mix.
MOISTURE NEEDS
Water daily, but avoid waterlogging.
GERMINATION
Typically germinates in 14 to 28 days.
PLANT HEIGHT
Grows to a height of 24” to 30” tall.
PLANT WIDTH
Spreads about 24” wide.
PLANT SPACING
Space plants 18” to 24” apart.
ROW SPACING
Space rows 18” apart.
CROP SIZE
3” to 6” long and 2” to 3” wide.
SEASON
Technically a perennial, mainly grown as an annual.
SCIENTIFIC NAME
Capsicum annuum
DIFFICULTY LEVEL
Can be stubborn with germinating.
HARVEST
75 to 80 Days
