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Aji Pepper

Capsicum baccatum, Solanaceae

Zones
5a–11b
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Producer

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Moderate

Soil pH

6 – 6.8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Cape GooseberryPhysalis peruviana
Pollinator Sharing
PotatoSolanum tuberosum
Pest DeterrentTrap Crop

Antagonistic Plants

TomatilloPhysalis philadelphica

Nightshade family plants that compete for similar growing conditions

Rocoto PepperCapsicum pubescens

Different pepper species compete for similar growing conditions and nutrients

Uses

Functions

Food

Edible Parts

Fruit

Common Questions

What zones does Aji Pepper grow in?

Aji Pepper grows in USDA hardiness zones 5a through 11b.

What are good companion plants for Aji Pepper?

Good companions for Aji Pepper include Cape Gooseberry, Potato.

Design guilds with Aji Pepper and see companion relationships visually.

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