Chilli Rocoto Hairy Bolivian Seeds
Fat Tomato Garden Seeds Sowing
Chilli Rocoto Hairy Bolivian Seeds
Fat Tomato Garden Seeds Sowing

Chilli Rocoto Bolivian Hairy Seeds

€4.00

Capsicum pubescent

Native to the high Andes of South America, Rocoto Bolivian Hairy is unlike most chillies. It grows as a robust, branching bush and is more tolerant of cooler conditions than other chilli types.

Each plant produces generous crops of round, thick-walled red fruits with juicy flesh, a sweet, aromatic flavour, and a slow-building, lingering heat (60,000–90,000 SHU). Distinctive purple flowers and softly hairy leaves make this chilli as ornamental as it is productive.

Average number of seeds: 8

Open-pollinated, chemical-free Irish garden seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland. We only grow and save seeds from plants that were started from certified organic seeds.

Each seed packet includes growing tips and cooking suggestions inside.

Capsicum pubescent

Native to the high Andes of South America, Rocoto Bolivian Hairy is unlike most chillies. It grows as a robust, branching bush and is more tolerant of cooler conditions than other chilli types.

Each plant produces generous crops of round, thick-walled red fruits with juicy flesh, a sweet, aromatic flavour, and a slow-building, lingering heat (60,000–90,000 SHU). Distinctive purple flowers and softly hairy leaves make this chilli as ornamental as it is productive.

Average number of seeds: 8

Open-pollinated, chemical-free Irish garden seeds. Grown and saved in Wexford, Ireland. We only grow and save seeds from plants that were started from certified organic seeds.

Each seed packet includes growing tips and cooking suggestions inside.

  • Rocoto chillies enjoy a long season and steady warmth. To improve germination, soak seeds in mild chamomile tea for 12–24 hours before sowing. Chamomile has natural antifungal properties and helps soften the seed coat, encouraging more even germination.

    Sow seeds early indoors into small pots or modular trays using peat-free organic seed compost. Keep warm (20-25°C) and moist; germination can be slow, so patience is key. Grow on in bright light and pot up as plants develop.

    Plant out after all risk of frost has passed, spacing plants well in a greenhouse, polytunnel, or very sunny, sheltered spot outdoors. Water regularly and feed once flowering begins. Rocoto plants can overwinter under cover.

    Sow indoors: February to April

    Plant out: May to June

    Harvest: July to October

    Check out our Grow & Cook section for more growing tips.

  • Rocoto chillies have thick, juicy flesh with a sweet, fruity aroma and a lingering heat that suits both fresh and cooked dishes. Traditionally, they’re stuffed and baked, added to salsas, stews, and sauces, or slow-cooked, where their flavour can fully develop. We love roasting them and blending them into a rich chilli paste, or adding them to bean broths and hearty vegetable dishes.

    Check out our Grow & Cook section for more cooking ideas.

  • Check our frequently asked questions page for answers to all those questions you might have.

    If you have a specific question, feel free to reach out to us at hello@fattomato.ie