{"product_id":"ga-piment-fort-penis-pepper-bio","title":"Organic 'Penis Pepper' Hot Chili Pepper","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"138\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"138\"\u003eOrganic 'Penis Pepper' Hot Chili (Capsicum annuum) from Gaia Seeds, an ancient chili with an unusual shape and mischievous heat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eThe 'Penis Pepper' chili, more politely called \u003cstrong data-start=\"187\" data-end=\"203\"\u003ePeter Pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e, is an ancient variety famous for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"288\"\u003esurprisingly realistic phallic shape\u003c\/strong\u003e. This peculiarity has earned it a list of colorful nicknames like \" \u003cem data-start=\"356\" data-end=\"370\"\u003eChilly Willy\u003c\/em\u003e \" or \" \u003cem data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"392\"\u003eWilly Chilly\u003c\/em\u003e \", making it as much a horticultural curiosity as a true culinary chili. Its fruits measure 7.5 to 10 cm long, ripen from green to \u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"551\"\u003ebright red\u003c\/strong\u003e (or yellow depending on the lineage), and develop a heat of \u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"636\"\u003e10,000 to 23,000 SHU\u003c\/strong\u003e, comparable to that of a mild serrano. Beneath the easy joke, it hides a rich, slightly fruity flavor and a pronounced heat. Uncommon, often grown for the anecdote, it is nonetheless an excellent chili for sauces, marinades, and salsas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"1078\"\u003eGardener's anecdote: some say it's \"the only pepper that watches you grow the vegetable garden\"... but we can only confirm that it attracts \u003cem data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1051\"\u003ea lot\u003c\/em\u003e of amused conversations!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1229\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1080\" data-end=\"1101\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e: Alliums, Basil, Tomato, Spinach, Oregano, Marjoram, Nasturtium, Marigold\u003cbr data-start=\"1175\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1178\" data-end=\"1198\"\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e: Broad beans, Brassicas, Fennel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1231\" data-end=\"1251\"\u003eSpread \/ habit\u003c\/strong\u003e: Compact and bushy\u003cbr data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1274\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1274\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e: 60 to 90 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1346\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1349\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e: Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr data-start=\"1407\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1428\"\u003ePeculiarities\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unique phallic shape, 10,000–23,000 SHU, horticultural rarity, pendulous fruit, much-discussed variety\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1556\"\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium green\u003cbr data-start=\"1569\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1592\"\u003eTexture \/ flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fruity, hot, pungent\u003cbr data-start=\"1620\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Not hardy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1665\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eCultivation method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eSow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003e6 to 8 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e before planting date, at about \u003cstrong data-start=\"1765\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e6 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in warm potting soil. Maintain a temperature of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e27 to 31 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e to promote germination in 7 to 21 days. Harden off seedlings at \u003cstrong data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003e18–19 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e before transplanting into full sun (level 3). Water moderately (level 2). Space plants 30 to 45 cm apart, with 60 to 75 cm between rows. This variety appreciates heat and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003eHarvest and storage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2426\"\u003eHarvest fruits when they reach their \u003cstrong data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003efinal color\u003c\/strong\u003e, bright red or yellow depending on the strain. Regular picking stimulates \u003cstrong data-start=\"2320\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003econtinuous production\u003c\/strong\u003e. Store at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2361\" data-end=\"2375\"\u003e10 to 12 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e with high humidity to maintain their firmness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2457\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003e• In spicy \u003cstrong data-start=\"2462\" data-end=\"2472\"\u003esalsas\u003c\/strong\u003e and humorously memorable sauces\u003cbr data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2522\"\u003e• In marinades where its lively heat stands out\u003cbr data-start=\"2618\" data-end=\"2621\"\u003e• As culinary decoration... to surprise knowledgeable guests\u003cbr data-start=\"2683\" data-end=\"2686\"\u003e• Dried to make a hot and fruity powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2737\" data-end=\"2740\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2742\" data-end=\"2997\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e‘Penis Pepper’ \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003echili combines rarity, flavor, and an irreverent touch that ignites both taste buds and conversations. 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