{"product_id":"goji-berry-lycium-barbarum-1","title":"Rocoto Red Pepper | Capsicum pubescens","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rare and fiery pepper produces apple-shaped red fruits with black seeds, flowering in spring (September–November) and fruiting through summer into early autumn (December-April) in Cape Town’s climate. Known for its fruity, citrus-like flavour and intense heat, it’s a favourite for sauces, salsas, and traditional Peruvian dishes. Thriving in cooler conditions compared to other chillies, it’s well-suited to Cape Town’s mild summers. Add a touch of South American flair to your garden with the bold and flavour-packed Rocoto Red Pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy You’ll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnique apple-shaped red fruits with striking black seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruity flavour with fiery heat (50,000–250,000 Scoville units).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong fruiting season in Cape Town’s climate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdds exotic flair to your edible garden.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for sauces, salsas, and traditional dishes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--StartFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant in well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8. Rocoto peppers prefer cooler conditions than most chillies, so semi-shade or morning sun is ideal in Cape Town. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging; mulch to retain moisture during dry summers. Support plants with stakes as they grow bushy and heavy with fruit. Harvest peppers when fully red for best flavour and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike most chillies, rocoto peppers have black seed, a unique trait that sets them apart from other Capsicum species. They’ve been cultivated for over 8,000 years in the Andes and were a staple in Incan cuisine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40.7424%;\"\u003eBotanical Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.9061%;\"\u003eCapsicum pubescens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40.7424%;\"\u003eGrowth Expectancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.9061%;\"\u003e1–2m H x 1m W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40.7424%;\"\u003ePosition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.9061%;\"\u003eSemi-shade \/ Sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40.7424%;\"\u003eWater Smart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.9061%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 40.7424%;\"\u003eInsigenous\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 58.9061%;\"\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c!--EndFragment --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cape Garden Online","offers":[{"title":"17cm","offer_id":42114097283127,"sku":"22834","price":98.95,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0262\/5434\/4247\/files\/Rocoto-pepper-onlineshop-capegarden_3.jpg?v=1771501234","url":"https:\/\/www.capegardencentre.co.za\/products\/goji-berry-lycium-barbarum-1","provider":"Cape Garden Online","version":"1.0","type":"link"}