White Biquinho Pepper

10 Seeds

White Biquinho Pepper, also known as the White Little Beak Pepper, is a rare Brazilian heirloom variety. It produces small, teardrop-shaped creamy white peppers with a mild heat level (approximately 500–1,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)) and a sweet, fruity flavor. It is excellent for pickling, fresh salads, garnishes, sauces, and ornamental gardens. This variety grows very well in the Gulf region when planted during the cooler season and is suitable for gardens, containers, greenhouses, and hydroponic systems.

Best Planting Time

• August to October (recommended)
• January to February (for protected greenhouse cultivation)
• Avoid outdoor planting when daytime temperatures consistently exceed 40°C.

Seed Preparation

• Soak seeds in warm water (25–30°C) for 8–12 hours before sowing.
• Optional: soak in diluted seaweed extract or chamomile tea to improve germination.
• No cold stratification is required.

Soil Preparation

Use fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Coco peat
• 30% Compost
• 20% Garden soil
• 10% Perlite

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.0–6.8

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds in seed trays or nursery pots.
• Plant seeds 0.5–1 cm deep.
• Cover lightly with fine soil or vermiculite.
• Keep the growing medium evenly moist until germination.

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 25–30°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 22–30°C
• Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• During hot Gulf afternoons, provide 30–40% shade cloth.

Watering

• Keep the soil consistently moist during germination.
• Water when the top 2–3 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Avoid overwatering and ensure excellent drainage.

Germination Time

• 10–21 days
• Under cooler conditions, germination may take up to 30 days.

Transplanting

• Transplant seedlings when they have:
  • 4–6 true leaves
  • Height of 15–20 cm
• Space plants:
  • 45–60 cm apart
• Space rows:
  • 60–75 cm apart

Harvesting

• Harvest begins:
  • 90–110 days after transplanting
• Pick peppers when they reach their full creamy white color and are firm.
• Regular harvesting promotes continuous fruit production throughout the season.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Plant during August to October for the best yields.
• Apply organic mulch to reduce soil temperature and conserve moisture.
• Fertilize every 2 weeks with a balanced fertilizer, then switch to a fertilizer higher in potassium and phosphorus during flowering and fruit development.
• Provide good air circulation and protect plants from extreme afternoon heat.
• White Biquinho Pepper performs exceptionally well in greenhouses, containers, and hydroponic systems.