Solanacées • Capsicum annuum

Padrón Pepper - Organic

"Small Galician chilies, perfect for eating whole, ideal companions for sunny gardens."

$4.49

Number of seeds 20 seeds

Originally from Galicia in northwestern Spain, the Padrón pepper (or Pimientos de Padrón ) first became known in the vegetable gardens and taverns of this coastal region before spreading to gardens here. Its small, elongated, slightly wrinkled green fruits lend themselves well to successive harvests throughout the summer, bringing a regular and cheerful presence to the vegetable garden.

In the garden, it forms a compact, upright plant that gradually becomes covered in white flowers and then numerous drooping fruits. Harvested young, they provide an abundant harvest for everyday cooking. Well-established in warm, welcoming soil, it's a reliable chili pepper that naturally finds its place in a diverse, productive garden and a cultivation approach that respects living organisms.

Growing climate: Warm season
Sowing difficulty level: Medium
Care required: Regular
Growth: Summer growth

Annotation: Heat culture: requires well-warmed soil and a sufficiently long frost-free season to produce abundantly.

A staple of Spanish tapas, Padrón peppers are traditionally enjoyed fried in olive oil and sprinkled with salt. Picked while still young (5 to 7 cm), they are mild and flavorful, but occasionally, a spicier pepper awakens the taste buds — a surprise that is part of their reputation!
It can also be sautéed, roasted, stuffed, or grilled. Highly digestible, it lends itself to a wide variety of summer dishes. Its fine texture and delicate aroma make it a star of convivial gatherings.