Durango Guajillo
- Brand: Petrolia Bloom Co.
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Durango is a mirasol-guajillo type chilli with long, tapered pods used fresh or dried for Mexican cooking. Dried pods turn a deep burgundy-black with a fruity, mild to medium heat.Plants are medium-sized, about 30–60 cm, and productive. It is an F1 hybrid selection of the guajillo type.Plant DetailsBotanical name: Capsicum...
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Durango is a mirasol-guajillo type chilli with long, tapered pods used fresh or dried for Mexican cooking. Dried pods turn a deep burgundy-black with a fruity, mild to medium heat.
Plants are medium-sized, about 30–60 cm, and productive. It is an F1 hybrid selection of the guajillo type.
Plant Details
Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
Growth habit: Upright and bushy (medium height)
Foliage: Green
Sun: Full sun
Spacing: 35–45 cm (14–18")
Container friendly: Yes; performs well in large containers
Support: Recommended under heavy fruit load
Fruit and Harvest
Pods are long and tapered, about 16–20 cm by 4 cm, ripening from green to bright red in about 70–80 days. Use fresh as mirasol or dry fully ripe red pods as guajillo.
Heat level: Medium (2,500–5,000 SHU)
Excellent for:
- Drying
- Mole and enchilada sauces
- Chilli powder and rubs
- Roasting
- Salsas
Why Buy a Starter Plant?
Starting with an established plant provides:
- Earlier harvest in northern climates
- Faster establishment and vigorous growth
- Reliable production for longer-season peppers
Grown With Care
Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting once temperatures are consistently warm.
Well suited for: Well suited for: home cooks who make Mexican dishes, drying and containers.
