Tiburon

Family: Solanaceae Mildly Hot Pepper

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Aromatically green at first, Tiburon ripens into a glossy, deep red pepper with a gently warming finish—mild hot, yet richly flavorful.

The fruits are thick-walled and smooth, holding a satisfying snap and a silky interior that’s ideal for roasting, charring, and stuffing, as well as for fresh salsas and vibrant sauces. Grow Tiburon for dependable garden performance and peppers that look as handsome as they taste—75 days from transplant to market-ready color.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Upright

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Tiburon 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	Oct 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 23rd – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 23rd – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 14th	Sep 27th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 23rd – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 8th	Sep 21st – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Sep 16th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 29th	Sep 12th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Sep 9th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 20th	Sep 3rd – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 15th	Aug 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	Jun 5th	Aug 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 27th	Aug 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 18th	Aug 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	May 1st	Jul 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Apr 6th	Jun 20th – 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	75
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

Tiburon’s thick wall gives you a pepper you can actually chew—snappy skin, silky center—so it holds up to the heat instead of turning soft and watery. The mild burn lingers like a gentle ember, making it ideal for roasting, charring, and stuffing with bold, citrusy and savory partners.

Best Uses

roast and peel for chiles that stay meaty in fajita-style strips
char-grind into a salsa that keeps a clean, glossy texture rather than going watery
stuff and bake for slices that don’t collapse, even after a hot oven
slice raw into tacos/sandwiches for crunch that still feels tender

Flavor Profile

green-to-red peppery sweetness gentle, warming mild heat thick-walled snap with a smooth, silky interior roasted-charm smokiness

Kitchen Pairings

lime garlic cotija black beans chicken thighs smoked paprika

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most often affects Capsicum annuum (poblano-type peppers) and how do I control it?

A common problem is aphids, which can stunt growth and spread virus; check the undersides of leaves weekly, especially in warm weather. Spray plants with a strong jet of water to dislodge aphids, then apply insecticidal soap and repeat every 5–7 days until activity stops. Also remove badly infected leaves early and avoid wetting foliage to reduce foliar diseases.

How often should I water Capsicum annuum during peak growth (after flowering starts)?

During flowering and fruit set, keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for watering when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. Water deeply so moisture reaches the root zone, then let excess drain; peppers in Solanaceae are prone to stress and blossom drop if the soil swings from dry to waterlogged. In full sun, this is often every 2–3 days depending on your soil and temperature, with less frequent watering if you have mulch and faster drain soils.

How can I tell when my Tiburon poblano pepper (Capsicum annuum) is ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 75 days when fruits are fully sized and firm, typically reaching a deep green (or beginning to turn, depending on your preference). Use pruning shears or scissors to cut the pepper off with a short stem—pulling can damage the plant and reduce yields. If you want mild, crisp poblano flavor, pick while still green and before they soften or wrinkle.