{"product_id":"shishimai","title":"Shishimai Pepper","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eShishimai is a refined, flavour-forward take on the traditional Japanese shishito-style pepper, offering mild heat with exceptional culinary quality. Unlike classic shishitos, which are typically heatless, Shishimai delivers a gentle warmth that enhances its rich, savoury flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"475\" data-end=\"608\"\u003ePlants are highly productive, setting abundant medium-green, wrinkled peppers that are ideal for quick cooking and fresh harvest use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"627\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"627\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"893\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"645\" data-end=\"662\"\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"662\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eGrowth habit: Upright and bushy\u003cbr data-start=\"696\" data-end=\"699\"\u003eSun: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"712\" data-end=\"715\"\u003eSpacing: 45–60 cm (18–24\")\u003cbr data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"744\"\u003eContainer friendly: Yes; performs well in large containers\u003cbr data-start=\"802\" data-end=\"805\"\u003eSupport: Recommended; staking helps support heavy fruit set and improves fruit quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"916\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"895\" data-end=\"916\"\u003eFruit and Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eShishimai produces slender, slightly wrinkled peppers with thin walls and excellent flavour. Fruits are best harvested while still green, when glossy and tender. Regular harvesting encourages continued production throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eHeat level: Mild (with occasional gentle heat)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1217\"\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"146kt4n\" data-start=\"1219\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003ePan blistering and grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p870k2\" data-start=\"1251\" data-end=\"1265\"\u003eStir-fries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1pl72wy\" data-start=\"1266\" data-end=\"1277\"\u003eTempura\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"179ne9w\" data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1309\"\u003eAppetizers and small plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eWhy Buy a Starter Plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1341\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eStarting with an established plant provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oxzn9d\" data-start=\"1387\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eEarlier harvest compared to direct seeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"snsllq\" data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1461\"\u003eStrong, reliable growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f8bg4i\" data-start=\"1462\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eConsistent yields for fresh kitchen use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1507\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003eGrown With Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003eOur starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting once soil temperatures are consistently warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eWell suited for: home cooks, food enthusiasts, and anyone looking to grow a mild, flavourful pepper ideal for high-heat cooking and fresh summer dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolia Bloom Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46223051292843,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9824\/9131\/files\/p62_cd611e7a-3d80-4d0c-82de-6e5942c68bb7.jpg?v=1771536608","url":"https:\/\/petroliabloomco.com\/products\/shishimai","provider":"Petrolia Bloom Co. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}