Shishito peppers bring a sweet rather than spicy taste and this Japanese heirloom variety offers a great alternative to fiery hot chili peppers. If you prefer your chilis milder and want to discover a new type, this guide reveals how easy it can be to grow shishito peppers at home.
Shishito pepper plants are compact yet productive, and can produce lots of 3-4 inch long fruits. Those peppers tend to register 50 to 200 Scoville heat units, though it is common that one in every 10 can be hotter. They offer a great middle ground between sweet bell peppers and more fiery chili peppers you can grow.
