Buena Mulata Chilli
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The Buena Mulata chilli has a long, pointed shape, a violet colour, and a heat that is comparable to that of a cayenne pepper. This unusual pepper is a monument to Horace Pippin, the African folk artist who gave the seeds to William Woys Weaver's grandpa in exchange for bee-sting therapy. A decade after his grandfather passed away, Weaver discovered a jar with the seeds in a deep freezer in the basement of his grandparent's house. He thawed the seeds and cultivated numerous plants from them once they had germinated. He eventually dispersed them amongst heirloom seed-sharing groups after being mesmerised by the pods' eye-catching transformation as they matured from violet to pink, orange, brown, and ultimately deep red. The transformation took place as the pods went from violet to pink, orange, brown, and ultimately deep red.
According to Owen Taylor, who works for the Philadelphia Seed Exchange, the only way to ensure the survival of heirloom chillies is for someone to take care of transferring and planting them in the ground, and their stories can only be kept alive if they are discussed.
Seed Quantity 15 Seeds
Species Capsicum annuum
Origin North America
Heat Level (Scoville Rating) Medium (30,000-50,000 SHU)
Pod Description Very much Cayenne-like in appearance and shape, growing to 10cm long by 1.5cm wide. The pods mature through a lovely transition of colours, starting with a deep purple, violet to pink, then orange to brown and finally a crimson red.
Also known as Purple Cayenne
Growing Info
An ideal choice for a summer balcony, Buena Mulata Chilli provides beautiful coloured pods and is well-suited to a variety of growing conditions. It can also withstand cooler climates and will produce a higher yield than similar varieties, making it a great choice for gardeners of any level.
Cooking & Eating
Accompany Buena Mulata Chilli with onions, green peppers, sugar, salt, unsweetened cocoa powder, and coriander for a flavorful salsa morada. Our Buena Mulata peppers are the main flavour agent in our unique Salsa Morada Mole, perfect for enchiladas, tacos, and even simply as a dip for tortilla chips.
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Beautifully box of biennial seeds. I haven’t sown them yet but I’m looking forward to doing so. Delivered promptly and the packaging is all recyclable and so prettily presented with two cute strawflowers inside. Thank you
Ordered a couple of chilli varieties that I hadn’t found anywhere else. They arrived within just a couple of days (I’m in Kent) and included an extra package of seeds as a “thank you” which I thought was such a lovely touch, thank you! Very excited to get growing 😊
From the moment the cute seed box arrives at your door, until the seedling pop up to say hello...they never disappoint. I've purchased a few different boxes of seeds and know they'll not be my last! Thank you 🐞🌸
I already have baby craspedia seedlings and can't wait to see them grow. I bought a couple of craspedia plants last year and they produce the most lovely yellow pom poms. They look great dotted in three's around the house and I also use them when I make dried wreaths.
This was gifted to my mum for her birthday and she loves it. You've got everything you need for flower pressing, including all instructions.
Nicely packaged and fast delivery
One of our favourites in the range. Balanced subtle tones, good burn time and will definitely buy again. Matt
Quickly dispatched and delivered. Arrived safely. Nicely labelled clearly with instructions on how to sow. Can’t go wrong. Would definitely order from again.
Arrived on Time and loved the packaging. About to sow some seeds and hopefully for some chillies in Summer
Excellent arrived safely beautifully boxed.
Looking forward to sowing these seeds soon.
Many thanks
Top quality seeds and so beautifully presented - I bought them for myself but it was like receiving a gorgeous gift!
Great service, prompt delivery and beautifully packaged. It was for a gift so not tried them but they look lovely.
I am happy to give a 5 star review for Bishy Barnabee’s Cottage Garden Flower and Herb Box.
I loved receiving the beautiful package of seeds, with some dried flowers enclosed and not an ounce of plastic in sight!
All thoughtfully eco friendly wrapped.
The delivery was super quick and I’m working my way through sewing the seeds, on the monthly instructions contained on each packet.
I think any of the seed boxes would make a beautiful gift or why not treat yourself!
I’ll certainly be buying more as I expand my cut flower garden 🌸🐞
Another beautifully presented gift box of seeds delivered quickly and professionally presented. I bought as a gift for a friend who was delighted. I will definitely be back again.
I was so pleased to receive this box of seeds, beautifully presented with a lovely little dried flower to add a special touch, thank you, can’t wait to get started on sowing them .
I can’t rate these seeds highly enough! Germination was super fast and baby plants are lovely and strong. Looking forward to a flower filled 2023 , and will definitely be ordering lots more goodies from Bbcg x
