Bulgarian Carrot Chilli Pepper – 10 Seeds

Species: Capsicum annuum
Origin: Bulgaria (heirloom variety)

Description

Bulgarian Carrot is a bright orange heirloom chilli producing smooth, tapered pods that resemble small carrots. It is known for its crisp texture, fruity sweetness, and medium heat, making it excellent for fresh use, pickling, and cooking. Plants are upright, compact to medium in size, and highly productive in warm, sunny conditions.

Phenotype

• Plant habit: Upright, bushy

• Plant height: Approx. 60–90 cm

• Foliage: Green

• Flowers: White

• Pod shape: Tapered, smooth

• Pod size: Approx. 5–8 cm

• Pod colour: Green → bright orange

• Wall thickness: Medium

• Productivity: High

Heat & Flavour

• Heat level: Medium (approx. 15,000 – 30,000 SHU)

• Flavour profile: Crisp, fruity, slightly sweet with noticeable heat

(Heat may vary depending on growing conditions.)

Culinary Uses

• Fresh in salads and salsas

• Pickling

• Stir-fries and cooking

• Drying for powders

Breeder / Origin Attribution

Bulgarian Carrot is regarded as a traditional Bulgarian heirloom variety, reportedly introduced to wider cultivation after being preserved by growers in Eastern Europe. It has been selected for its distinctive orange colour, reliable yield, and balanced heat.

Additional Information

• Bright orange, carrot-shaped pods

• Medium heat (approx. 15,000 – 30,000 SHU)

• Fruity, crisp flavour

• Suitable for fresh use, pickling, and drying

• Pack contains 10 seeds

Growing Notes

• Germinate at 20–28 °C

• Prefers warm, sunny conditions

• Performs well outdoors or in greenhouse

• Harvest when pods turn fully bright orange for best flavour