Calabrian Calabrese - Seeds

Calabrian Calabrese (Peperone Piccante Calabrese) – (Capsicum annuum)

The classic Italian cherry-type Calabrian pepper is a beloved heirloom from Southern Italy, prized for its rich, smoky, slightly fruity flavor and warm, manageable heat. Typically reaching 5,000–40,000 SHU depending on the strain, these small round peppers measure about 1–2 inches across and ripen from green to a vibrant, glossy red. Their thick walls and juicy flesh make them perfect for stuffing, pickling, chopping into oil, or adding depth to sauces, soups, pizzas, and pastas.

Plants grow into compact, bushy 2–3 ft. shrubs with excellent production, often loaded with dozens of bright red cherry pods. Most varieties mature in 70–85 days and thrive in both garden beds and containers. Whether used fresh, dried, or preserved in oil, the Calabrian Calabrese delivers authentic Italian heat and flavor that elevates any dish and earns its place as a kitchen and garden staple.

Heat level: 5,000 to 40,000+(SHU's) – Mild to Medium.

Flavor: Fruity & Smoky.