Pasilla Bajo
Origin: Mexico OrganicLea Heat Rating: 1 “Passila” means “little raisin”, an allusion to the colour and aroma of the pod: these are 15-30 cm, dark green to black. Donated by Adam, a fellow member of the Heritage Seed Library, these …
A workers' cooperative growing food on London's edge in the Lea Valley
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Habanero
Origin: Mexico OrganicLea Heat Rating: 10+ A well-known Mexican cultivar, this deep orange pepper is 5cm long, 2-3 cm wide, lantern shaped, and has a hint of smokiness in flavour. Photo used under Creative Commons License.
Yellow Scotch Bonnet
Origin: Caribbean OrganicLea Heat Rating: 10+ Named after the “tam-o’-shanter” hat, these chillies are key to “jerk” seasoning. They are slightly sweet, very hot, and 3-4 cm long and wide. Photo used under Creative Commons license by Microdac.
