Shishito Supreme

Family: Solanaceae Mildly Hot Pepper

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Tender, glossy pods with a lively, grassy snap—Shishito Supreme brings a bright green sheen and a delightfully mild, sweet-leaning flavor that feels both fresh and satisfying.

At maturity the peppers develop a gently wrinkled, lantern-like surface and a crisp, succulent texture that shines in quick skillet favorites, roasted char, and vibrant sauces. Grow for a steady harvest rhythm around day 65, when each plant offers a generous scatter of petite peppers perfect for roasting, blistering, and pickling-style preserves.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 65 DaysHabit: Upright

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Shishito Supreme Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 6th	Jul 20th	Sep 23rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 13th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 13th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 14th	Sep 17th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 13th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 8th	Sep 11th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Sep 6th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 29th	Sep 2nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Aug 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 20th	Aug 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 15th	Aug 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	Jun 5th	Aug 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 27th	Jul 31st – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 18th	Jul 22nd – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	May 1st	Jul 5th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Apr 6th	Jun 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	65
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
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

Shishito Supreme delivers that rare combo: petite pods that blister fast without turning harsh, staying crisp enough to bite through char. Use high heat and short time—this pepper earns its keep as a bright, snackable charred vegetable or a sharp, tangy relish.

Best Uses

hot skillet blistering with flaky salt for quick snacking
roast/char and toss into warm grain bowls with a lemony dressing
pickling-style preserves for crisp acidity and peppery crunch
blend into a bright green relish or fast sauce (quick heat, then stop)

Flavor Profile

mild, sweet-leaning pepper flavor grassy, fresh snap with a crisp, succulent bite subtle char-friendly sweetness when blistered

Kitchen Pairings

lime garlic soy sauce sesame oil cotija or feta chicken or pork

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Capsicum annuum (shishito peppers), and what should I do?

Look out for aphids and thrips, which commonly infest pepper foliage and can leave plants weak and mottled. Rinse affected plants with a strong spray of water, then apply insecticidal soap (especially on leaf undersides) and repeat every 5–7 days for persistent outbreaks. Also watch for leaf spot and blight-like symptoms—remove badly affected leaves and improve airflow because peppers in the Solanaceae family suffer when foliage stays wet.

How often should I water shishito peppers during the main growing phase?

During fruiting, water deeply when the top 1 inch of soil dries, which is often about 2–3 times per week depending on heat and soil type. Keep the soil evenly moist for Capsicum annuum—avoid letting it swing too dry and then flood, which can trigger blossom drop and misshapen peppers. Use a slow drip or soaker so water reaches the root zone without wetting leaves.

How can I tell when Capsicum annuum ‘Shishito Supreme’ is ready to harvest?

Harvest when peppers are fully sized but still firm and slender, typically around 65 days from transplanting/seed start timelines. Pick pods when they turn glossy and reach their mature green color; leave them longer only if you want some to ripen toward red. Regular picking encourages more flowering and keeps the plants producing.