Uizena Piperka Chilli Seeds – 10 Seeds

Species: Capsicum annuum

Description

Uizena Piperka is a rare and versatile annuum chilli known for its elongated, slightly curved pods that ripen from green to deep red. This variety is valued for its medium heat, fruity flavour, and ornamental appeal, making it suitable for both culinary and decorative purposes.

Heat levels are mild to medium, typically estimated at 5,000–15,000 Scoville Heat Units, providing a noticeable warmth without overwhelming most palates. Uizena Piperka is excellent for fresh eating, cooking, pickling, or drying for spice blends.

Plants are compact, bushy, and highly productive, thriving in garden beds, greenhouses, or containers under sunny conditions. This variety is suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Phenotype

• Plant habit: Compact, bushy, upright

• Foliage: Green

• Pod shape: Elongated, slightly curved, smooth

• Pod size: Approx. 6–10 cm

• Colour progression: Green → deep red

• Productivity: Heavy and clustered pods

• Notable traits: Medium heat annuum, fruity flavour, ornamental pods

Key Features

• Mild-to-medium Capsicum annuum variety

• Deep red, elongated pods

• Estimated heat: 5,000–15,000 SHU

• Fruity, versatile flavour

• Heavy, reliable cropping

• Pack contains 10 seeds

Culinary Uses

• Fresh eating, salads, and garnishes

• Cooking, roasting, or sautéing

• Pickling and preserving

• Drying for powders and spice blends

Growing Notes

• Easy germination

• Best grown in greenhouse, polytunnel, or sunny outdoor locations in the UK

• Suitable for containers or garden beds

• Beginner-friendly variety