Snack-sized peppers with a surprise twist!
Mild Shishito peppers are the life of the garden party, thin-skinned, sweet, and smoky with just a hint of mystery. About one in ten packs a little heat, making every bite a fun adventure. They’re perfect for quick skillet blistering and irresistible snacking.
Variety: Shishito Pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Growth Habit: Warm-season annual
Height: 18–24 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, slightly sweet and smoky
Color: Bright green turning to red when ripe
Planting Conditions: Full sun and well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: Ready in 60–75 days
Uses: Ideal for grilling, pan-blistering, appetizers, and snacking
Fun Fact: Roughly 1 in 10 shishito peppers has a spicy kick, just enough to keep things interesting!
Toss these wrinkly little peppers in olive oil, throw them in a hot skillet, and watch them blister to perfection. Serve with a sprinkle of sea salt and you’ve got a rustic, crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears fast. Their mild flavor and tender skin make them perfect for dipping, sharing, and garden-to-table grazing.
To Full Size
🌞 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 12–18 inches apart.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep the soil evenly moist throughout the season.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Stake plants if they become heavy with fruit.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when peppers are 3–4 inches long and bright green for the best flavor. Let a few ripen to red for a sweeter twist.
