{"product_id":"aji-dedo-de-marco-pepper-seeds-capsicum-baccatum","title":"Ají Dedo de Marco Pepper Seeds – Brazilian Heirloom Hot Pepper (Capsicum baccatum)","description":"\u003cp\u003eDedo de Marco — Portuguese for “March’s Finger” — is a distinctive Brazilian heirloom \u003cem\u003eCapsicum baccatum\u003c\/em\u003e with elongated, finger-shaped pods and the characteristic fruity, floral heat of the aji family. A culturally significant variety from Brazil, prized for its unique flavor profile that delivers real complexity alongside its pungency. An excellent choice for hot sauce, fresh salsas, and Brazilian culinary traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum baccatum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brazil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePod Shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Elongated, finger-shaped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fruity, floral — characteristic aji heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds per Pack:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStarting Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow ¼ inch deep indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination temperature: 80–85°F — heat mat recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGermination time: 1–4 weeks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoak seeds in room-temperature water for up to 24 hours before sowing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse organic seed-starting mix; avoid jiffy peat pots or standard potting soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTransplant outdoors after last frost when soil is consistently warm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun; fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater 1 inch per week; mulch 1–2 inches around the base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed with compost tea every 2–3 weeks during early growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrows well in 5-gallon containers year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarden off over 7–14 days; bring indoors if nights drop below 55°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest when pods reach full color. Always wear gloves — hot. Cut with scissors; pick regularly to encourage continuous fruiting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIBBEAN GARDEN SEED","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":28268085841,"sku":"P15637S","price":7.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1022\/5071\/files\/28395057184954.jpg?v=1759500635","url":"https:\/\/caribbeangardenseed.com\/en-fr\/products\/aji-dedo-de-marco-pepper-seeds-capsicum-baccatum","provider":"Caribbean garden seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}