Hot pepper 'Basket of Fire'
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The 'Basket of Fire' hot pepper is a spectacular variety that strikes a rare balance between culinary power and ornamental beauty, transforming pots, window boxes, and hanging baskets into veritable cascades of color. Its semi-trailing habit showcases a profusion of small, upright or arched fruits that evolve from creamy white to bright red, offering a striking gradient under the sun for weeks. Highly prized by those who enjoy a kick, it develops a marked intensity that makes it an excellent choice for salsas, jellies, marinades, and dried preparations. In the garden as well as in containers, it brings a vibrant, almost festive presence, while remaining relatively easy to cultivate as long as it benefits from heat, light, and well-drained soil. Its insect resistance and low attractiveness to deer further enhance its appeal in decorative and food-producing landscapes. Its blooms attract pollinators, adding an ecological dimension to this already very generous plant. Harvested at different stages, it allows you to play with both color and spiciness, making each harvest particularly stimulating. It is a flamboyant, productive, and very spicy variety, ideal for gardeners who want to combine visual spectacle with intensely spiced cuisine.
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