Aji Fantasy Seeds

Get ready to spice up your cooking game with the Aji Fantasy chilli pepper, a mild-heat variety that's highly versatile and easy to grow. Developed in Finland over a period of five years, this chilli pepper is highly valued for its unique flavour and culinary uses.

The Aji Fantasy chilli plant is relatively easy to cultivate and can be grown in warm, sunny conditions with well-drained soil. As an adaptable plant, it can also be grown in pots, making it ideal for those with limited growing space. With an average height of around 60-100cm and a bushy, compact growth habit, the plant produces large, oval-shaped dark green leaves and delicate white or yellow flowers. The chilli pods grow from the axils of the leaves and mature after approximately 70-80 days from seedling.

The Aji Fantasy chilli pepper is relatively easy to grow and can be cultivated in warm, sunny conditions with well-drained soil. The plant prefers a warm, sunny location that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight a day. The soil should be well-drained and rich in organic matter. You can add compost or well-rotted manure to the soil to improve its fertility.

Aji Fantasy chilli pepper pods mature from light green to bright yellow and are characterized by their thin flesh and wrinkled skin. The pods reach maturity after around 80 days from seedling and can be harvested when fully ripened. It's recommended to harvest the pods regularly to encourage continuous fruiting and avoid over-ripening.

With a heat level of around 5,000-10,000 Scoville units, the Aji Fantasy chilli pepper is classified as a mild-heat variety. Its unique flavour and mild heat make it a popular choice in South American cuisine, particularly in Peruvian dishes. It adds flavour and heat to soups, stews, sauces, marinades and can also be pickled or used as a condiment.

Like most chilli plants, the Aji Fantasy chilli pepper is susceptible to pests and diseases. Common pests include aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies, while diseases such as root rot and powdery mildew can also affect the plant's growth. Ensuring proper watering and fertilization practices, as well as regular pest monitoring, can help prevent and control these issues.

The Aji Fantasy chilli pepper's unique flavour profile makes it a versatile ingredient in many dishes. Use it to add a touch of mild heat to soups, stews, and sauces or chop it up as a condiment. It's also an excellent choice for pickling or adding to marinades to give dishes a delicious flavour.