Description
Chilli Name: GRANDPA'S HOME PEPPER
Chilli Species: Annuum
Chilli Origin: Siberia
Chilli Heat: Mild
Grandpa’s Home Pepper is a charming heirloom variety that brings both warmth and nostalgia to the garden. Believed to have originated in Eastern Europe or the Mediterranean region, this pepper has been passed down through generations in home gardens, treasured for its rich flavour and reliable growth.
The pods grow to a medium size with a slightly wrinkled skin and a deep red colour when mature. Flavour-wise, Grandpa’s Home Pepper offers a balanced profile—sweet, slightly smoky, with a gentle tingle of heat. It’s the kind of chilli that enhances a home-cooked meal without overpowering it, making it ideal for stews, sauces, or simply roasted and served on the side.
Growing-wise, it’s a dependable variety for most UK climates. The plants are bushy and productive, often yielding a generous harvest across the summer. Suitable for pots or open ground, they enjoy full sun and regular feeding to reach their full potential.
