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Escamillo

Pepper
Zone 1b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Escamillo
90d to harvest

Sweetly fragrant and vividly aromatic, Escamillo Bull’s Horn peppers ripen to a glossy, deep red that catches the light like lacquer. Their long, gently curved shape tapers to a classic horn tip, with thick, crisp walls that hold their snap and sweetness whether you enjoy them fresh or let their flavor deepen in roasted preparations. Grow Escamillo for bold color in the garden and a pepper-forward presence in sauces, salsas, and pickled specialties—an eye-catching harvest that tastes as rich as it looks.

Crop Dates

Growing note: Zone 1b has only 61 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 90-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.
MilestoneDate
Last FrostJun 1st
Growing ApproachProtected Environment Only

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)75
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10

Today's Conditions

Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Escamillo.

Garden Alerts

Zone 1b has only 61 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 90-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I water Escamillo peppers during the main growing phase?
During the main growth and until fruit fully matures (roughly after flowering begins), keep soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for watering when the top 1 inch feels dry. Water deeply at the base to wet the root zone, typically about 1–2 times per week in average conditions, more often in hot, drying weather. Avoid letting plants swing from drought to heavy watering, which can lead to blossom-end issues and dropped flowers.
How can I tell when Escamillo peppers are ready to harvest?
Harvest when fruits reach their mature size and have turned the expected color for ripe peppers, usually around 90 days after sowing/transplanting to match the crop’s maturity. For best flavor, pick with a clean cut (snip the stem) once the pepper feels firm and fully colored, not soft or still pale. You can harvest earlier for a greener stage, but for full maturity follow the color and firmness cue.
Botanical illustration of Escamillo

Sweetly fragrant and vividly aromatic, Escamillo Bull’s Horn peppers ripen to a glossy, deep red that catches the light like lacquer. Their long, gently curved shape tapers to a classic horn tip, with thick, crisp walls that hold their snap and sweetness whether you enjoy them fresh or let their flavor deepen in roasted preparations. Grow Escamillo for bold color in the garden and a pepper-forward presence in sauces, salsas, and pickled specialties—an eye-catching harvest that tastes as rich as it looks.

Today's Conditions

Wait until soil reaches at least 60°F before transplanting Escamillo.

Garden Alerts

Zone 1b has only 61 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 90-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 60°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

Warm soil is key—transplant only once nights are reliably above 50°F and the soil is at least 60°F to avoid stunting.