Aji Dulce Amarillo

Pepper

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Botanical illustration of Aji Dulce Amarillo

🌱 70d to harvest Bush

Aji Dulce Amarillo greets you with a bright, sunlit aroma and a crisp, juicy snap—sweet heat that stays gentle and inviting. The …

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 13th
Last Frost	May 8th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 3rd
Harvest Begins	Sep 11th
Harvest Ends	Sep 30th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
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

Recommended Companions

Lettuce Leaf Basil Basil

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I manage early blight or leaf spot on Aji Dulce Amarillo pepper plants?

On Aji Dulce Amarillo, look for dark, target-like spots on leaves and stems that spread in humid weather. Remove and discard infected leaves immediately, and water at the base (not overhead) to keep foliage dry. Spray an approved copper-based fungicide if spotting is increasing—especially after rainy or foggy stretches—and keep plants spaced for airflow.

How often should I water Aji Dulce Amarillo during peak flowering and fruit set?

During the main growing phase (after plants establish and begin flowering), water deeply about 1–2 times per week, aiming for evenly moist—not soggy—soil. Let the top 1 inch of soil dry before watering again; if fruits are forming and you see blossoms dropping or small, dry peppers, increase frequency slightly while still avoiding standing water.

When are Aji Dulce Amarillo peppers ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 70 days when fruits have fully turned yellow and reach their mature size, typically with firm walls and a smooth, glossy skin. If you harvest too early (still pale green), the peppers will be less sweet and more bitter—waiting for full yellow color gives the classic mild heat and flavor.

Aji Dulce Amarillo greets you with a bright, sunlit aroma and a crisp, juicy snap—sweet heat that stays gentle and inviting. The fruits ripen to a vivid golden yellow, with a smooth, medium-thick flesh that’s ideal for fresh flavor bursts and for adding color and mild zing to sauces, salsas, and pickling brines. Grow this 70-day standout for a steady harvest of tender peppers that brighten every garden basket.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.

Expert Note

Warm the soil and use row cover for the first week if nights are cool—Capsicum chinense transplants best once soil is reliably warm.