Pepper - Buena Mulata

Minimum Seed Count: 10

The Buena Mulata pepper is an heirloom cayenne-type variety known for its unusual color progression. The slender, slightly curved pods reach about 6 to 8 inches in length. They begin a rich purple, then gradually change through pinks and oranges before maturing to a deep red showcasing so many beautiful colors!

The peppers have a medium heat level, comparable to cayenne, with a touch of sweetness and light smokiness. Plants are bushy, productive, and ornamental, producing heavy yields throughout the season. Buena Mulata works well for fresh eating, drying, pickling, and adding vibrant color and flavor to sauces or salsas.

🌱 Planting Guide:

When to Plant:

• Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost date.

• Transplant outdoors once soil temperatures reach at least 65°F (18°C) and nights stay warm.

Starting Seeds:

• Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in a well-draining seed-starting mix.

• Keep soil consistently moist and warm (75–85°F) for best germination.

• Seeds usually sprout in 7–14 days.

Transplanting:

• Harden off seedlings for about a week before planting outside.

• Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart.

• Choose a sunny spot with fertile, well-draining soil (pH 6.0–6.8).

Care:

• Water regularly, keeping soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.

• Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Feed with a balanced fertilizer or compost every 3–4 weeks.

• Provide staking or support if plants get heavy with fruit.

Growing Notes:

• Buena Mulata peppers thrive in hot weather and need 6–8 hours of full sun daily.

• Plants are prolific, producing throughout the summer into fall.

• Regular harvesting encourages continuous production.

Harvesting:

• Pick peppers at any stage: young for purple pods, or fully mature when deep red.

• Use fresh, dried, or pickled for flavor and color in cooking.