They mature from dark green to red then dark brown sometimes almost looking black in color called chilaca when fresh & used in salsa and enchilada & Pasilla or Chile negro when smoked or dried" (one of the three peppers used in mole sauce) Known for its rich smoky full flavor Plant in the sunny location in rich, well-drained soil. Keep fairly well watered & fertilize monthly, but avoid constant overwatering & continual use of high-nitrogen fertilizers. For continued harvest, pick fruit regularly when young.
Scoville Heat Units (SHU) 1,000 - 2,000
Plant Height 40 - 60cm (1'3" - 1'9")
Season of Interest warm to hot
Temperature Range 20 - 35°C (68 - 95°F)
Annual / Perennial / Biennial Perenial/Annual
Frost Hardy / Tender Tender
Sun Exposure Full sun, part shade
Sow Direct / Raise Seedlings Either
Soil Type Sandy Loam, Rich in nutrients. added compost to the soil for fertility, and dolomite or crushed egg shells to help fend off blossom end rot
Soil pH 6 - 7
Soil Temperature 20 - 30°C (68 - 86°F)
Seed Preparation Soak seeds overnight in lukewarm water or freeze for a few days before planting
Sowing Depth 4mm (⅛")
Plant Spacing 60 - 100cm (1'12" - 3'3")
Row Spacing 80 - 100cm (2'7" - 3'3")
Watering Deep watering, but let a little dry between
Harvest Time (Days) 70 - 110
Good Companion Plants carrots, cucumber, squash, members of the Allum family, Basil, Dill, Fennel
Diseases blossom end rot
Not shipped to Tasmania true
Seeds per pack 15
Min temperature (C) 20
Max temperature (C) 35

CHILLI-PASILLA BAJIO (CHILACA/CHILLI NEGRO)

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