{"product_id":"cascabel-chilli-seeds-capsicum-annuum","title":"Cascabel Chilli Seeds — Capsicum annuum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Rattlesnake of the Chilli World\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCascabel Chilli\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e) is a distinctive Mexican heritage variety named for the rattling sound its dried seeds make inside the round, red pod — \u003cem\u003ecascabel\u003c\/em\u003e meaning \"little bell\" or \"rattle\" in Spanish. Fresh pods ripen from green to a deep red, and when dried they develop a rich, earthy, slightly smoky flavour with a mild to medium heat (1,500–2,500 Scoville units). A staple of traditional Mexican cuisine, Cascabel is wonderful in salsas, sauces, and slow-cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔔 \u003cstrong\u003eThe rattling chilli\u003c\/strong\u003e — dried seeds rattle inside the round pod, giving it its charming name\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌶️ \u003cstrong\u003eMild to medium heat\u003c\/strong\u003e — approachable warmth with rich, earthy depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍎 \u003cstrong\u003eBeautiful round pods\u003c\/strong\u003e — ripen from green to deep red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇲🇽 \u003cstrong\u003eMexican heritage variety\u003c\/strong\u003e — a staple of traditional cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🍳 \u003cstrong\u003eIncredible dried\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect for salsas, sauces and slow-cooked sauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors in seed-raising mix 8–10 weeks before the last frost (July–September). Capsicums love warmth — use a heat mat if possible, to maintain soil temperature of 24–28°C for germination. Transplant seedlings outdoors into a warm, sunny, sheltered spot once all frost risk has passed (October–November). Space plants 45–60 cm apart in rich, well-drained soil. Water consistently and feed with a potassium-rich fertiliser once flowering begins. Harvest fresh when pods turn red-brown or leave to dry on the plant for the best flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eGrower's tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cascabel thrives in pots in a warm, sunny position — ideal for NZ gardeners with limited space or cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e5 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Cascabel Chilli (\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e), with sowing and growing instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307121008709,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_dd0863bc-57b1-4acb-b7a8-42cb2f92a6e0.png?v=1783398004","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/cascabel-chilli-seeds-capsicum-annuum","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}