Vegetable

Padron Pepper

Capsicum annuum 'Padrón'

Spanish tapas pepper — mostly mild, one in ten a fiery surprise.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Moderate

Soil

Rich, well-drained

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Fruit

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Tender

tapassummerproductive

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks early-maturing Padron varieties bred for shorter UK growing seasons and cooler summers.

Crocus

Offers large terracotta pots ideal for Padrons needing warmth and drainage in London's damp climate.

Amazon UK

Supplies quality horticultural fleece and cloches for protecting Padrons during London's unpredictable spring frosts.