Aji Amarillo originates from Peru and belongs to the Capsicum Baccatum species. It is the most commonly used chilli pepper in Peruvian cuisine. It is a big pendulous plant that grows well in a pot and it has a long producing season. It is a great all rounder plant, having a decent heat level and great flavour and it’s a heavy producer.
Originating from Peru, the Aji Camba is a captivating member of the Capsicum Baccatum species, revered for its stunning visual display and unique flavour profile. Amongst the diverse range of C. Baccatum varieties, the Aji Camba stands out with its remarkable colour transformation, showcasing shades of green, white, yellow, purple, and ultimately culminating in a vibrant red upon ripening. This is definitely one of the most spectacular varieties.
Originating from South America, Aji Champion is an exceptional variety known for its bell-shaped pods and delightful light citrusy sweet flavour. It’s an ideal choice for beginners due to its easy germination and growth, offering a long season of abundant harvests.
Originating from the highlands of Peru, Aji Cito is a rare chilli variety celebrated for its unique characteristics and unique flavour profile. The chilli is eye-catching and produces an abundant amount of beautiful pods. It is easy to grow, has a long season and is a great producer. You will be picking pods throughout summer.
The Aji colourado Orange, originating from Peru and Bolivia, is a remarkable Baccatum variety celebrated for its vibrant orange chilli peppers. It grows as a big dangly bush full of glowing orange chilli peppers. This is an easy variety to grow and has a long producing season.
Aji Crystal Chilli hails from Curico, Chile, belonging to the Baccatum species. It is such an amazing producer and it’s one of the first to pod up and has a long season. All in all Aji Crystal is easy to grow, great producer of delicious pods and it looks spectacular when it’s full of these pale yellow pods. They have a delicious citrus flavour and would be great for making a salsa.
Aji Duke Chilli, was created at Duke University in the USA, it boasts a rich lineage. This flavourful variety has found a second home in the warm climate of Australia. So all in all a great plant for beginners, amazing producer of delicious pods.This variety is easy to grow and is very prolific. This makes it great for cooking.
Aji Fantasy, originating in Finland, boasts a stunning appearance with its lantern-shaped pods. This unique chilli variety has captivated the world with its distinct qualities.This plant will stand out in any garden when it’s full of these amazing looking pods. It has a really sweet flavour with a medium heat level.
Aji Fantasy Cream, a delightful variation of Aji Fantasy, originated as a bushier and shorter plant. Its golf ball-sized pods undergo a graceful transition from a light white to a creamy hue. This aesthetically pleasing plant not only adds visual charm but also delivers a fantastic burn. It thrives with ease, demonstrating prolific growth and yielding pods that are exceptionally crunchy, thick-walled, and juicy. The delightful flavour profile features a lovely sweetness with a subtle tang, making it one of the most enjoyable chilli varieties you’ll ever taste.
Aji Fantasy Orange stands out as a delightful variation of the renowned Aji Fantasy chilli pepper, hailing from the Capsicum Baccatum species. This variety proves to be an incredible producer of uniquely shaped pods, making for a majestic-looking plant that yields bountifully throughout the season. Overall, this new Aji Fantasy Orange is an exceptional chilli, boasting ease of cultivation and an outstanding flavour profile. In terms of taste, it ranks among our top 5 favourite chilli varieties. We have developed a fondness for this variety, as it has swiftly become a new favourite in our collection.
Aji Fantasy Peach, a delightful variant of the popular Aji Fantasy chilli, originates as a captivating and flavourful pepper within the Capsicum Baccatum species. It proves to be a great producer of these beautiful pods, transitioning from creamy white to a lovely peach colour upon ripening. With its majestic appearance, this plant ensures a continuous harvest throughout the season. Overall, this new Peach Aji Fantasy stands out as an amazing chilli, known for its ease of cultivation and delicious flavour. We are enamoured with this variety, as it offers a chilli experience suitable for everyone, thanks to its moderate heat level.
Aji Lemon Chilli, also known as Aji Limon or Lemon Drop, hails from Ecuador or Peru. This exceptional producer boasts small, lemon-yellow pods with a distinctive citrus overtone, perfect for enhancing seafood, stir-fries, or Thai dishes. Aji Lemon Chilli is renowned for its vibrant citrus flavour and small, wrinkled pods.
Aji Melocoton, hailing from Peru, is a vibrant chilli pepper celebrated for its very flavourful tropical essence. The name “Melocoton,” translating to peach in Spanish, reflects its beautiful peach-coloured pods. Known as a Baccatum variety, it delivers a delectable taste experience.
Aji Norteno, a Capsicum Baccatum hailing from Peru, is celebrated for its prolific growth in the northern coastal valleys. Recognized as the “Northern Aji,” it thrives in the Vir and Lambayeque valleys.
Aji Omnicolour, originating from Peru, is a visual delight with its vibrant 5-6 cm fruits transitioning from ivory to purple and culminating in a stunning red. The plant, reaching 50 cm in pots, showcases a captivating mix of colours as fruits ripen at different stages.
Aji Pena originates from Brazil and is an exceptional Capsicum Baccatum variety known for its stunning feather-like pods. This exclusive pepper is a remarkable producer with pods transitioning from green to red, offering a unique addition to any garden.
Aji Peruvian, a standout Baccatum variety from Peru, excels in prolific pod production. This chilli’s allure lies in its transition from creamy white to vibrant red, making it a visually striking addition to any garden or culinary creation. It is one of the best producers in the Baccatum family, ensuring you get lots of pods throughout the entire season.
The Aji Pineapple, hailing from Peru, is a remarkable chilli variety known for its prolific yield and ease of cultivation. Classified as Capsicum Baccatum, this lovely chilli is ideal for those new to growing their own chillies, offering a great starting point. You will get lots of delicious pods, and this variety thrives in cooler climates, providing an extended growing season.
Discover Aji Rojo, originating from Peru, celebrated for its prolific red pods. A brief glimpse into this chilli reveals a great producer with vibrant pods, setting it apart in the chilli world.
Aji Valentine, a rare Baccatum variety hailing from the Andes in South America, captivates with its vibrant appearance and exceptional flavour. A prolific producer, this plant boasts a stunning display of tall, gangly stems laden with red chilli peppers.
Aji Valle de Canca, a remarkable chilli hailing from Peru, boasts distinctive sweet and sour notes. With pods starting green, turning orange, and maturing into a vibrant red, this Baccatum variety has thick walls akin to Rocoto. A prolific producer, it requires sturdy stakes due to its sprawling nature.
Discover the roots of Neil’s chilli passion with Capsicum Baccatum, also known as Bert the Chilli, whose origin remains unknown. This highly prolific, 10-foot-tall plant surprises with its massive yield and countless pods. It is a delicious chilli with a mid-heat level, making it an amazing variety for those not into extreme heat. You will be picking chillies all season long, as this remarkable chilli plant continues to impress with its abundance and flavourful output, offering a delightful experience for chilli enthusiasts seeking a balance of taste and heat.
Originating from Barbados, Bishops Crown Multicoloured (Capsicum baccatum) is a stunning chilli variety known for its vibrant hues. The pods transition from white to red, offering visual delight.
The Bishops Crown Pepper, also known as ‘Fryers Hat’ or ‘Monk’s Hat,’ hails from Barbados. Recognized for its prolific fruiting and unique three-sided pod resembling a Bishop’s Crown.
Blondie Chilli, a rare Scandinavian delight, boasts creamy white pods. As a Baccatum variety, it’s characterised by its droopy branches laden with light green pods turning white with a subtle purple hue.
The Brazilian Starfish Chilli, a dazzling Baccatum variety hailing from Brazil, stands out with its unique pod shape resembling a starfish. Renowned for prolific production and vibrant red hue upon maturity.
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Hailing from Bolivia, Criolla Sella, also known as Aji Criolla Sella, stands out as a prolific chilli variety. Renowned for its abundant yield, this bushy plant reaches 50-60 cm in pots, showcasing even greater growth potential when planted in the ground. Its vibrant green peppers mature to a warm orange hue. It has a citrusy burst of flavour with an immediate stingy burn.
Dedo de Moca Pepper, hailing from South America, is a robust producer resembling the Aji Lemon. Recognized for its tall, gangly stature, it boasts pendant-type pods measuring 6 cm in length and 1.5 cm in width. With thick, juicy skin, this pepper delivers a memorable stingy heat that lingers in the mouth. The flavour unfolds with a sweet initial taste, transitions to peppery notes, and culminates in a building heat that persists. Its remarkable taste endures for an extended period.
Hailing from Ecuador, the El Oro De Ecuador Chilli is a prolific baccatum variety known for its robust growth and vibrant yellow pods. The plant, reaching up to 1.5 meters in pots, displays an abundance of 3-4 cm long, 2-3 cm wide pods that transition from green to ripe yellow. Thriving even in cooler Australian winters, this chilli is a superb producer.
Erotico Chilli, a remarkable Baccatum variety, stands out with its stunning appearance and rich flavour. A prolific producer, this tall, slender plant yields orange peppers, perfect for various culinary delights. With a unique pod shape, it grows over a meter in pots, turning from light green to a warm orange. Ideal for salads, pickling, or crafting a delectable chilli jam, Erotico is an eye-catching plant that delivers sweet, juicy peppers.
The Golden Crystal Chilli, a vibrant variant of the Aji Crystal Chilli, hails from Curico, Chile. Renowned as a prolific producer, it thrives in pots, reaching 60-70 cm in height. Pendant-shaped pods, starting light green and maturing into a golden peachy hue, characterise this stunning chilli.
