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Capsicum baccatum
Bolsa de Dulce, who’s name translates from Spanish to Bag of Sweets, is one of the most fabulous tasting chilis we have tried. They are truly candy sweet, citrusy, crunchy and with only mild spice. These qualities leave a lingering richness on the palete which is oh so satisfying. Plants are prolific. They bear fruit quite early for a baccatun chilli in our northern clime. Use them in sauces, stews, stir fries and salads. They also dry down nicely to make a very flavorful sweet and spiced paprika. We have long been looking for a low heat, candy sweet Aji type baccatum pepper and we have found a real gem in Bolsa de Dulce. Bred by Bryan Townsend of Towns-End Chili and Spice in Allentown, PA. We are very grateful for his work and hope you enjoy this amazing chili!
Growing Instructions:
Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost.
Transplant as soon as the last chance of frost has passed being sure to add plenty of rich compost at time of planting. We also recommend to do a fall or spring cover crop of of peas or other annual legumes to fix nitrogen in the growing space.
Plant spacing: 12-18 “ apart
Row spacing: 18-24 “ apart
Mulching Peppers is a good idea, however mulching in mid spring will keep soil temperature cooler and may slow growth. Mulching can be done once soil has warmed.
Make sure soil pH is between 5.8 and 7.0. If plant needs a growing boost, water with nitrogen tea or compost tea a few times. If trace minerals are inadequate, sprinkle a small amount of woodash or azomite in each planting hole.
