
Plants of the Southwest
Mirasol Chile
Very hot, "Mexican Improved" variety. Use only a little of the dried pods to flavor & color soup, stew & chicken. Gives a yellow color. Use green in salsa & guacamole. Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before transplanting or direct sow in long warm-season areas. Sow 1/4" deep, 12-14" apart. Requires steady warmth and moisture to germinate. (100 seeds)
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