TM Cacho Red Chilli Seeds – 10 Seeds
Species: Capsicum annuum
Description
TM Cacho Red is a vibrant annuum chilli variety, prized for its striking curved, horn-shaped pods that ripen from green to bright red. Known for its mild-to-medium heat and sweet, fruity flavour, this variety is perfect for culinary use and decorative planting.
Heat levels are mild to medium, typically estimated at 5,000–15,000 Scoville Heat Units, providing a gentle warmth suitable for most palates. TM Cacho Red is ideal for fresh eating, roasting, pickling, or adding colour and flavour to dishes.
Plants are compact, bushy, and highly productive, thriving in sunny garden spots, containers, or greenhouse conditions. This variety is suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Phenotype
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Plant habit: Compact, bushy, upright
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Foliage: Green
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Pod shape: Curved, horn-shaped
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Pod size: Approx. 6–10 cm
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Colour progression: Green → bright red
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Productivity: Heavy, clustered pods
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Notable traits: Mild-to-medium heat annuum, sweet fruity flavour, ornamental pods
Key Features
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Mild-to-medium Capsicum annuum variety
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Bright red, horn-shaped pods
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Estimated heat: 5,000–15,000 SHU
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Sweet, fruity flavour
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Heavy cropping, compact plants
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Pack contains 10 seeds
Culinary Uses
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Fresh eating, salads, and garnishes
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Cooking, roasting, and sautéing
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Pickling and preserving
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Decorative edible plant
Growing Notes
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Easy germination
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Best grown in greenhouse, polytunnel, or sunny outdoor locations in the UK
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Suitable for containers or garden beds
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Beginner-friendly variety