Pepper

Do you know about this LONG-LIVED PERENNIAL “Tree-Pepper?” Grown in Bolivia and Peru for over 5,000 years, this non hybrid species grows into a 6’ x 6’ leafy bush that handily lives over in mild Winter areas. HOT, flavorful, apple sized fruits are thick fleshed – like a bell pepper – with unusual black seeds. Protect below 30 F. Cut back by half in Spring. Best in a large container during first year. Have a trellis ready to support the branches & the fruit. It prefers some shade to full sun, and while fairly hardy, it will get damaged by hard frost.Topdress with compost annually. We were fortunate to receive peppers from Joe Carrasco, all grown from seed he brought back to California from Bolivia.

To get more information and delicious sounding recipes, check out Joe’s web site at www.rocoto.com