Aji Panca Seeds - Chocolate

Aji Panca is a popular Peruvian chili known for its rich, smoky flavor and mild heat level, making it an excellent choice for culinary use. The Chocolate variety produces attractive dark pods with a slightly sweet, fruity taste, ideal for adding depth to sauces, marinades, and seasonings. These seeds are easy to grow in warm climates and suitable for container or garden planting.

Features:

• Produces flavorful medium-sized chili peppers
• Mild heat level with smoky and fruity notes
• Distinct chocolate-brown color when mature
• Suitable for home gardens, pots, and raised beds
• Popular choice for traditional and modern cooking

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Aji Panca (Capsicum baccatum)
• Variety: Chocolate
• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy plant
• Fruit Color: Dark brown at maturity
• Flavor Profile: Smoky, mildly spicy, slightly sweet
• Days to Germination: 10–14 days
• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days
• Season: Best planted in late spring to summer after frost danger has passed
• Growing Zones: USDA Zones 9–11 (can be grown as annuals in cooler zones)
• Planting Months:
  • Zones 9–11: February–April
  • Zones 7–8: March–May (with indoor start recommended)
  • Zones 4–6: April–June (start indoors, transplant after frost)
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Requirement: Well-drained, fertile soil with pH 6.0–7.0
• Watering Needs: Moderate, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

Bring authentic Peruvian flavor to your garden with Aji Panca Chocolate Seeds and enjoy a unique, versatile chili harvest.