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[C. annuum] Saltillo, medium, with a fresh aroma typical of Mexican cuisine heat.

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Saltillo Seeds

Saltillo Seeds produce a variety belonging to the species Capsicum annuum, with small, rounded, red fruits, a Mexican Capsicum annuum variety.

The Saltillo Plant

plant grows 60-100 cm and produces small, rounded, red fruits, a Mexican Capsicum annuum variety.

How to Sow Saltillo

sowing should be done between February and March in a heated seedbed at 25-28°C: germination takes 2-4 weeks and benefits from constant light.

How to Grow Saltillo

transplanting takes place once seedlings have 4-6 true leaves and night temperatures are above 15°C, in full sun and fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Tips for Saltillo

it should be watered regularly without waterlogging, and benefits from potassium-rich feeding during flowering to favor fruit set and heat.

Diseases and Pests of Saltillo

it can be prone to aphids and spider mites under protected cultivation, as well as root rot in case of excess moisture.

Uses and Curiosities of Saltillo

the fruits have a medium, with a fresh aroma typical of Mexican cuisine heat level, suited to hot sauces and spicy cooking, handle with gloves.

Properties of Saltillo

like all chili peppers, it is rich in capsaicin, vitamin C and antioxidants, with metabolism-stimulating properties.

Nutritional Values of Saltillo

  • Calories: about 40 kcal
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fat: 0.4 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g