Mr. Fothergill’s Pepper (Hot) Padron – Classic Spanish Tapas Pepper

Grow a taste of Spain in your own garden with Mr. Fothergill’s Pepper (Hot) Padron — the celebrated Pimiento de Padron, known for its culinary charm and fun “Russian roulette” spice experience. These unique chillies are traditionally fried whole and sprinkled with salt, delivering a mix of mild, sweet heat with the occasional fiery bite that keeps meals exciting.

🌶️ Key Features

• Traditional Spanish Tapas Pepper: A famous favourite from Padrón, Galicia — perfect for frying in olive oil with sea salt or adding to stir‑fries and grills.

• Mild with a Surprise Kick: Most fruits are tender and mild, but about 1 in 10 can be surprisingly hot, adding playful heat to your harvest.

• Versatile in the Kitchen: Pick young and green for milder flavour, or let them grow a bit longer for more spice; excellent roasted, fried, grilled or pan‑seared.

• Suitable for Containers: Compact and productive plants are great for patio pots, beds or greenhouse borders in warm, sunny spots.

• Great Talking Point: A fun crop that delivers both flavour and excitement — ideal for adventurous cooks and gardeners alike.

🌱 Sow & Grow Tips

• Sow Indoors: Sow thinly indoors Feb–Apr about 0.5 cm deep in warm, moist seed compost.

• Plant Out: Transplant in May–June when frost risk has passed, spacing plants ~40 cm apart in fertile, well‑drained soil or containers.

• Harvest: Pick from July–October — harvest small and green for traditional use, or leave longer for more intense flavour and heat.

Perfect for gardeners and food lovers wanting a fun, flavourful pepper — savour the spice adventure of Padron! 🌶️