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How Hot Is That?...Chilli Pepper Heat Guide
Supplied as a packet of approximately 10 seeds.
This Product is Available Now.Despite its name there is some confusion as to the origin of 'Bulgarian Carrot', with many believing it originates from Hungary, where it is known as 'Shipkas'.
The flesh is extremely thick and crunchy, making this Chilli perfect for using raw in salads or salsas or making into sauces or chutneys. The combination of crunch, thick flesh, bright colour, mild heat and great flavour makes this, in our opinion, one of the best Chillies for topping pizza! It also has the benefit of being one of the earlier varieties to produce fully ripened fruit (mid / late July).
Despite the overall size of the plant, yield is always very heavy, even performing well outside and in colder years (thanks to its Bulgarian/Hungarian origins). This is an excellent variety for the novice Chilli grower and a variety we highly recommend all round.
The bright orange-red fruits are 3-4" (7.5-10 cm) long, but surprisingly stocky at around" (2 cm) wide. This is not the largest of growing varieties and rarely grows taller than 30" (75 cm) with a fairly upright habit.
How To Sow & Grow Chilli Pepper & Sweet Peppers
Detailed advice on sowing and growing chilli peppers and sweet peppers - both inside and outside.
How To Grow Chillies & Sweet Peppers - Part 1 (Video)
An instructional video by Stephen on the basics of caring for chillies and sweet peppers in the first few months.
How To Grow Chillies & Sweet Peppers - Part 2 (Video)
An instructional video by Stephen on the basics of caring for chillies and sweet peppers as the season progresses.
How To Sow & Transplant Chilli Peppers, Sweet Peppers & Aubergines (Video)
An instructional video by Stephen explaining how to sow and then transplant chilli and sweet peppers. The same technique can also be used for aubergines.
Chilli Jam Recipe
Stephen's recipe for making delicious chilli jam. A very versatile recipe that can be used for making chilli jams of all heats - or even sweet pepper jam.
Chilli Sauce Recipe
A quick and easy recipe for chilli sauce. Experiment with different varieties of chilli peppers to get just the right amount of heat for your tastebuds.
Stir-fried Brussels Sprouts Recipe
A quick and simple recipe for stir-fried Brussels sprouts that also works with cabbage, kale and other brassicas.
Thai Chilli Sauce Recipe
An easy recipe for Thai chilli sauce. Mild, medium, or hot - it depends on the chillies you use.
A Note About Our Seed Packets & Seed Counts
Information on Victoriana's method of packeting seed, including information on the seed packets. Also details on Victoriana's seed guarantee.
Chilli Pepper & Sweet Pepper Heat Guide
A guide to the heat levels of sweet peppers and chilli peppers - from the cool to the volcanic. Also details on how Chilli Pepper heat levels are measured.