Territorial Seed Company Takara Shishito Pepper
Best productive hybrid for home gardeners seeking easy-to-grow snacking peppers.
These compact, high-yield plants take the guesswork out of growing the ultimate snackable pepper. You sacrifice the unpredictable heat of traditional varieties for a reliable, mild flavor that makes them perfect for quick grilling or raw snacking.
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Who it's for
- Market gardeners seeking high-volume, continuous seasonal yields
- Home cooks wanting versatile, snackable produce for quick meals
- Short-season growers needing fast-maturing crops for early harvests
Who should skip it
- Busy gardeners preferring low-maintenance, infrequent harvesting schedules
- Sensitive eaters requiring consistent, zero-heat flavor profiles
- Bulk shoppers needing produce with a long refrigerator shelf life
Performance breakdown
Harvest Efficiency
Early maturity and high yields ensure a consistent supply of peppers.
Growth Habit
Compact, well-branched structure fits neatly into most garden layouts.
Culinary Versatility
Uniform size and sturdy stems make these perfect for quick grilling.
Germination Reliability
Hybrid genetics provide dependable performance for consistent garden success.
Flavor Profile
Delightful mild spice offers a crowd-pleasing snackable experience.
Space Optimization
Requires moderate spacing, making it better for beds than containers.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Capsicum annuum
Days to Maturity
60 days
Seed Depth
0.635 cm (1/4 inch)
Soil Temperature for Germination
70–90°F
Minimum Germination Rate
70%
Seeds per Gram
Approximately 140
Plant Spacing
30.48 cm (12–18 inches)
Row Spacing
60.96 cm (24–30 inches)
Plant Type
Vegetable
Life Cycle
Annual
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