El Rito Pepper Seeds

If you’re looking for a pepper with a smoky, sweet flavor and not much heat then the El Rito pepper seeds may be for you! The El Rito pepper has been passed down for many generations of mountain growers and is well adapted to handle cooler climates. These tasty chilis reach about 4″ in length and ripen from green to red. Plants are productive and average about 24″ in height. They do grow in a vine-like manor and will benefit from a cage or staking. This is an excellent pepper for making salsa and similar type recipes. The El Rito peppers are fairly meaty with a thick wall and seeds that are easy to remove. Heat is mild to medium. We love using these peppers for our fajitas. Don’t miss out on this little-known treasure, pick up these El Rito pepper seeds for a real treat. You may also be interested in our Calabrian pepper seeds as well.