Maules Hot – a traditional all-round chilli with real heat
What makes Maules Hot special
Maules Hot is a classic, high-yielding chilli with versatile uses and medium heat. It is easy to grow and popular with beginners and experienced chilli growers who want a reliable, productive variety.
Background and name
The name comes from its developer and marketer, Maule Seed Company in the USA, which introduced this variety as a reliable hot chilli for general kitchen use. It has been around since the early 1900s and is still relevant today.
Appearance and growth habit
Plants reach 70–100 cm with a compact, bushy habit. The pods are elongated and slim, ripening from green to red. They grow about 10 cm long and have a thin skin, ideal for quick cooking.
How hot is Maules Hot?
About 30,000 SHU
Flavour and uses
The flavour is fruity and slightly tart, with a sting that builds quickly. It is excellent for sauces, stews and making your own chilli flakes.
Ways to use Maules Hot
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Make your own hot sauces
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Perfect for drying and grinding into powder
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Suitable for everything from Asian to Mexican dishes
Growing Maules Hot
Maules Hot belongs to Capsicum annuum. Sow your chilli seeds between February and April. It is fast-growing and robust, and does well in a pot or outdoors. It gives a plentiful harvest even in a Nordic climate with good sun exposure.
Price is for 6 chilli seeds
Sow in moist seed compost and keep warm, about 25–30 °C for the best germination. The compost should be moist but not wet. A propagator is handy for keeping the humidity up. Once the seedlings have grown a little and developed their second pair of leaves, you can lower the temperature to about 20 °C and move them out of the propagator. They do well on a sunny windowsill, in a greenhouse and outdoors in summer. For the best results, soak the seeds in Growhelper for 12–24 hours before sowing.
