15 Seeds Ancho Poblano Pepper, Capsicum Annuum, Mildly Spicy and Versatile Chili for Cooking

Grow your own Ancho Poblano peppers (Capsicum annuum), a versatile and mildly spicy chili pepper perfect for Mexican cuisine. These 15 seeds produce heart-shaped, dark green peppers that ripen to a deep red, offering a smoky, slightly sweet flavor when dried into ancho chilies. Ideal for stuffing, roasting, or adding depth to salsas and sauces, Ancho Poblano thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. With a Scoville rating of 1,000–2,000, it's a great choice for those who enjoy mild heat. Bring authentic flavors to your kitchen with homegrown Ancho Poblano peppers! Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum Common Name: Ancho Poblano Pepper Plant Type: Annual Height: 24-36 inches Sunlight Needs: Full sun Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture Heat Level: Mild, 1,000–2,000 Scoville units Uses: Roasting, stuffing, drying (ancho chilies), salsas Fruit Size: 4-6 inches long Harvest Time: 70-90 days after transplant Growth Habit: Upright, bushy Flavor Profile: Smoky, sweet, mildly spicy Garden Use: Kitchen gardens, containers, raised beds Color: Dark green to deep red when mature Features: Mildly spicy, versatile culinary use Soil Type: Well-drained, rich in organic matter Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, avoid waterlogging Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal growth Growth Rate: Moderate Uses: Cooking, roasting, stuffing, making ancho chilies Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches apart Harvest Time: Harvest green or allow to ripen to red