Neyde White Bullet – a rare pearl with unique colour and heat
What makes Neyde White Bullet special
Neyde White Bullet is an unusual and decorative chilli variety that stands out with its pale, ivory-coloured pods. Despite its innocent look, this is a powerful chilli with both sting and style.
Background and name
The variety descends from Pimenta da Neyde, a Brazilian mutation known for its dark plants and intense play of colour. White Bullet is a further selection in which the palest pods have been chosen and stabilised. The variety was developed by Faddas Peppers in Italy.
Appearance and growth habit
The plants grow about 80–110 cm tall with dark purple stems and leaves. The pods are small, oval and ripen to a pearly white or ivory-like colour. Very beautiful as a pot plant.
Estimated Scoville heat
Approx. 50,000 – 80,000 SHU
Flavour and uses
Fresh, fruity flavour with clear heat. Suits colourful salsas, milder hot sauces and as decoration on the plate. The unusual colour draws the eye.
Ways to use Neyde White Bullet
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Chop into ceviche
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Dry for pale chilli powder
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Beautiful as whole pods in pickles
How to grow Neyde White Bullet
Neyde White Bullet belongs to Capsicum annuum. Sow your chilli seeds between February and April. The variety is easy to grow and works excellently in a pot, even indoors with good light. Suits both beginners and collectors.
The price is for 6 chilli seeds
Sow in moist seed compost and keep warm, at about 25–30°C for best germination The compost should be moist but not wet. A propagator helps to keep the air humid. Once the seedlings have grown a little and developed their second pair of leaves, you can lower the temperature to about 20°C and take them out of the propagator. They do well on a sunny windowsill, in a greenhouse and outdoors in summer. For best results, soak the seeds in Growhelper for 12–24 hours before sowing.
