Aji Dulce #2

Family: Solanaceae Sweet Pepper

Aji Dulce #2 delivers a bright, sweet pepper flavor with a gentle, aromatic lift—fragrant and inviting right from the first bite.

Fruits are slender and glossy, with crisp, juicy texture that holds up beautifully for fresh use and for adding vivid sweetness to homemade salsas, sauces, and pickles. Grow it for a steady harvest over the season and enjoy the satisfying balance of mild heat and sweet pepper character at maturity in about 75 days.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Bush

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 7th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 20th
Harvest Begins	Sep 3rd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Aji Dulce #2 is for when you want pepper flavor that tastes like sunshine—sweet, fragrant, and only softly hot—without turning the dish into a burn. Slice it thin or pickle it: its crisp juiciness stays lively and gives you bright heat that plays especially well with citrus and briny, savory foods.

Best Uses

thin-sliced raw topping for tacos, ceviche, and grilled fish
blended into salsa or hot sauce for sweet-fragrant lift
quick pickling to lock in crispness and candy-like pepper sweetness
stir-through finishing sauces where you want flavor without losing texture

Flavor Profile

bright sweet pepper flavor gentle aromatic heat crisp, juicy bite clean peppery finish

Kitchen Pairings

lime cilantro garlic white vinegar dark chocolate chicken

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Aji Dulce #2 leaves curling and sticky, and what should I do about aphids?

Aphids often show up as clusters on new growth with shiny, sticky honeydew and curling leaves. Spray plants with a strong jet of water to knock aphids off, then apply insecticidal soap (especially under leaves) every 5–7 days until you stop seeing them. Avoid overhead watering at night to reduce stress and keep the plants producing new foliage more steadily.

How often should I water Aji Dulce #2 during the main growing phase?

Once established, water deeply about 1–2 times per week to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Use a finger check: water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, and aim for consistent moisture as fruit starts to form to prevent blossom-end problems and uneven growth.

How can I tell when Aji Dulce #2 peppers are ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 75 days when pods are fully developed and have turned their ripe color (typically yellow-orange to red depending on your grow conditions). You should feel firmness in the pepper walls, and the pods should easily detach or can be cut with scissors without pulling the plant. If you harvest earlier for green use, expect a milder flavor and thinner, softer flesh.