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Hot pepper 'Aji Chinchi Orange'

Name: Hot pepper 'Aji Chinchi Orange'
Brand: Ferme alternative Les Gardiens
SKU: GARD-SEMENCES
Price: 6.99 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Aji Chinchi Orange Pepper

Latin name Capsicum baccatum

Quantity per packet About 10 seeds

It offers complex tropical aromas with balanced heat and excellent productivity. Its bright color and vigorous growth make it a highly desirable variety.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameAji Chinchi Orange Pepper

Latin nameCapsicum baccatum

FamilySolanaceae

TypeHot Pepper

CycleAnnual in Canada

Quantity per packAbout 10 seeds

Code produitFEGAR-0007

Product
description

Aji Chinchi Orange Hot Pepper (Capsicum baccatum) is an exceptional South American variety valued for its bright orange color at maturity and its highly distinctive tropical aroma. Its fruits offer a fruity, exotic flavor reminiscent of passion fruit and grape, with intense but well-balanced heat of 30,000 to 50,000 SHU. The vigorous plant can reach up to 1.2 m (4 ft) tall and produces generously throughout the season, adding beautiful ornamental value to the vegetable garden and colorful harvests. Grown as an annual in Canada, it is ideal for gardeners seeking a productive, aromatic, and original hot pepper.

Aji Chinchi Orange Hot Pepper grows best in full sun, in rich, fertile, well-drained soil, with regular watering that avoids waterlogging. Start seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost, at a warm temperature of 25 to 30°C (77 to 86°F). Germination can take 10 to 20 days. Once plants have 4 to 6 true leaves, transplant them into larger pots before gradually hardening them off outdoors. After all risk of frost has passed, plant them in the garden, spacing plants 40 to 50 cm (16 to 20 in) apart. Compost and mulch help conserve moisture.

In the garden, this pepper is ideal for collector vegetable gardens, warm locations, large containers, and decorative edible landscapes where a productive tropical variety is desired. It grows well alongside basil, cilantro, tomatoes, and eggplants, while benefiting from being kept away from fennel and beets. Its flowers may attract pollinators, while its orange fruits are excellent fresh, in sauces, marinades, or dried to preserve their aroma all year. Aji Chinchi Orange adds a vivid, fruity, spicy touch to dishes, with a character perfect for hot pepper lovers.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodStart indoors in early March

Best time

Early March indoors; transplant after the last frost

Sowing depth0.5 cm (1/4 in)

Germination temperature25 to 30°C (77 to 86°F)

Germination time10 to 20 days

Propagation

Aji Chinchi Orange Pepper is propagated primarily from seed. Seeds collected from fully mature fruits can be dried and stored for future sowings.

Growing
method

Start seeds indoors approximately 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost, usually in early March in Canada. Sow in a light, moist, well-drained growing mix while maintaining a constant temperature of 25 to 30°C (77 to 86°F). Once seedlings emerge, provide strong light to encourage compact, vigorous growth. Transplant seedlings into individual pots after they develop 4 to 6 true leaves. Gradually harden plants off before transplanting outdoors after the last frost. Plant in rich, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost and apply organic mulch.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun in a warm, bright, sheltered location. At least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight are essential for excellent production.

Soil

Rich, fertile, loose, well-drained soil enriched with compost before planting. Maintain consistent moisture without overwatering.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water regularly without waterlogging the soil. Allow the soil surface to dry slightly between waterings to encourage healthy root development.

Fertilization

Incorporate mature compost before planting. Apply a balanced fertilizer during vegetative growth, then switch to one slightly higher in potassium during fruit production. Container-grown plants benefit from regular feeding.

Care levelEasy

Start seeds indoors under warm conditions in spring for reliable germination. Transplant seedlings after several true leaves develop and gradually harden them off before planting outdoors. During summer, water regularly without overwatering, fertilize every two to three weeks, and maintain organic mulch to conserve soil moisture. Harvest ripe fruits frequently to extend production until the first frost.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

Minimum 10 L (2.5 gal)

Aji Chinchi Orange Pepper grows exceptionally well in large containers thanks to its vigorous growth and abundant production. Use a container of at least 10 L (2.5 gal) with excellent drainage and fill it with a rich vegetable growing mix. Place the plant where it receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Regular watering without overwatering, organic mulch, and balanced fertilization every two to three weeks encourage generous harvests. Container growing also helps extend the growing season when nights become cooler.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

Aji Chinchi Orange combines exceptional tropical flavor with outstanding productivity and well-balanced heat. Its brilliant orange fruits also provide remarkable ornamental value in the garden.

It offers complex tropical aromas with balanced heat and excellent productivity. Its bright color and vigorous growth make it a highly desirable variety.

Garden use

Ideal for collector gardens, large containers, patios, warm locations, and decorative edible landscapes where its brilliant orange fruits provide abundant harvests and exceptional tropical fragrance throughout the season.

Bloom period

Small white flowers bloom throughout summer and attract numerous beneficial pollinating insects.

Flower colorWhite

Foliage colorMedium green

Harvest

Harvest fruits once they become uniformly bright orange and fully developed. Frequent harvesting encourages continuous production.

Fruiting

Brilliant orange fruits at maturity with an intensely fruity, tropical aroma.

Wildlife appealBees and Pollinators

Size
and facts

Height1.2 m (4 ft)

Spread40 to 60 cm (16 to 24 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature12°C (54°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Basil, Cilantro, Tomato, Eggplant

Avoid planting with

Fennel, Beet

Recipe
and inspiration

Aji Chinchi Orange Pepper is excellent fresh, in hot sauces, marinades, salsas, exotic dishes, grilled foods, fish, seafood, and tropical recipes. Its flavor recalls passion fruit, grapes, and citrus while delivering noticeable but balanced heat. The fruits can be dried to preserve their aroma or transformed into fermented sauces. Their brilliant orange color also adds an attractive decorative touch to recipes.

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Aji Chinchi Orange Pepper in Canada? +

Start seeds approximately 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost, usually in early March. Temperatures between 25 and 30°C (77 to 86°F) encourage rapid germination. Wait until all danger of frost has passed before transplanting outdoors.

How hot is Aji Chinchi Orange Pepper? +

It typically measures between 30,000 and 50,000 SHU. Its heat is noticeable while remaining balanced by an intensely fruity flavor.

Why is this variety so aromatic? +

Aji Chinchi Orange naturally develops aromas reminiscent of passion fruit, grapes, and citrus. This exceptional tropical flavor is one of its most distinctive culinary qualities.

Is Aji Chinchi Orange suitable for large containers? +

Yes. Its vigorous growth is perfectly suited to containers of 10 L (2.5 gal) or larger placed in a warm, sunny location. Container growing also helps extend the growing season in cooler climates.

When should I harvest the fruits? +

Harvest fruits once they become uniformly bright orange and fully developed. Frequent harvesting encourages continuous production until the first frost.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.