Smoky flavor without the fire, yes, please!
If you love rich, earthy flavor with just a whisper of heat, the Mild Poblano is your perfect pepper pal. These heart-shaped beauties are a staple in Mexican cooking and a joy to grow, roast, and stuff. They’re big, bold, and beautifully mellow.
Variety: Poblano Pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 24–36 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild heat with smoky, earthy undertones
Color: Deep green ripening to reddish-brown
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: Ready in 75–85 days
Uses: Ideal for stuffing, roasting, mole sauces, and drying into ancho chilies
Fun Fact: When dried, these peppers become “ancho” chilies, a key ingredient in traditional mole!
Imagine pulling a tray of roasted poblano peppers from the oven, their skins blistered and fragrant, ready to be stuffed with cheese, rice, or savory meats. Their generous size and smoky flavor make them a dream for chile rellenos and grilled dishes. Whether you're crafting a rich mole or adding depth to a stew, these peppers bring warmth and soul to your cooking.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Plant in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Transplant outdoors, spacing plants 18 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep the soil moist but not soggy throughout the growing season.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Stake plants to support heavy fruits and prevent tipping.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are dark green for classic poblano flavor, or let them ripen to reddish-brown for deeper, sweeter notes.
