About the Tabasco Pepper

The world-famous Tabasco pepper is an heirloom variety introduced to Louisiana in 1848, where it quickly became renowned for its unique flavor and fiery heat. This historic chili remains one of the most recognizable pepper varieties today, celebrated for its rich contribution to Southern cooking and hot sauce traditions.

Note: The Tabasco brand of hot sauce is a registered trademark of McIlhenny Company and is mentioned here for descriptive purposes only.

Plant Characteristics

Tabasco pepper plants are vigorous and high-yielding, reaching up to 4 feet tall and producing a profusion of slender peppers that adorn the entire plant.
During peak season, youll see an eye-catching mix of green, orange, and red pods as they ripen, creating a colorful display in your garden or patio container.

Each pepper measures about 1 inches long, with a bright, glossy skin and an unusually juicy texture, perfect for blending or fermenting into sauces.

Flavor & Heat Profile

The Tabasco pepper delivers a medium-hot heataround 30,00050,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)and a smoky, tangy flavor with a clean finish.
Their high juice content gives them a distinctive texture compared to other small chilies, making them ideal for:

• Homemade hot sauces and pepper mashes

• Salsas, soups, and Cajun-style dishes

• Fermentation projects or pickled blends

Grow & Enjoy

Plant your Tabasco pepper seeds in warm, well-drained soil, and enjoy an abundant harvest of peppers that mature from green orange red. These compact, ornamental plants are as beautiful as they are flavorful!

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