Anaheim Chili Pepper Seeds

Anaheim Chili Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a classic New Mexico-type pepper prized for its long, smooth fruits, mild heat, and outstanding versatility in the kitchen. Producing abundant 6 to 8 inch peppers that mature from glossy green to bright red, Anaheim is one of America's most popular chile peppers for roasting, stuffing, grilling, and authentic Southwestern cuisine. Vigorous plants are easy to grow and provide generous harvests throughout the season.

Why Grow Anaheim Chili?
Classic Southwestern favorite. Produces large, smooth 6–8 inch peppers with mild heat and excellent flavor. Heavy producer throughout the season. Outstanding for roasting, stuffing, grilling, and fresh cooking. Easy to grow and highly dependable.

Flavor, Heat & Culinary Uses
Heat Level: Mild (500–2,500 SHU)
Mild, slightly sweet flavor with just enough heat to add interest without overpowering a dish. Excellent for chile rellenos, roasting, grilling, stuffing, salsa, soups, stews, enchiladas, fajitas, and authentic Southwestern recipes. Mature red peppers are also excellent dried or made into flavorful chile powder.

Growing Information
Easy to grow in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun. Keep plants evenly watered and harvest green for traditional Anaheim flavor or allow peppers to ripen to bright red for a sweeter, richer taste. Plants benefit from light staking as the heavy crop develops.

Seedman Notes
Anaheim is one of those peppers every gardener should grow at least once. Its mild heat and exceptional versatility make it equally at home on the grill, stuffed with cheese, or chopped into your favorite recipes. If you're looking for one dependable chile pepper that everyone in the family can enjoy, Anaheim is an outstanding choice.

Quick Facts: Capsicum annuum • 75–80 Days • Mild (500–2,500 SHU) • 24–36" Plants • 6–8" Fruits • Green to Bright Red • Best for Roasting, Stuffing & Southwestern Cooking