TABASCO CHILLI

HEAT RATING

 (SCALE 1-10) - 7

CLASSIC FLAVOUR PARTNERS

 Basil (all types), Coriander, Garlic, Society Garlic, Turmeric, Ginger, Spring Onion, Lemon Grass, Mint, Oregano, Paprika.

CLASSIC FOOD PARTNERS

 Beef, Pork, Chicken, Lamb, Prawns, Shellfish, Fish, Tomato, Lime Juice, Coconut.

COOKING

 The famous McIlhenny Tabasco sauce from Louisiana is made with this chilli. Adds authentic flavour to Cajun/Creole dishes but can be used in all cuisines.

LANDSCAPE

 Wow ! That's what everyone says when they see this plant with 500 yellow, orange and red fruit. It is a stunning ornamental shrub.

CULTIVATION

 Fertilise! Short lived perennial - two to three years in mild climates. Stunning bush 115 cm high x 110 cm wide. Absolutely loaded with green, yellow and orange fruits which are 3 cm long x 1 cm wide.

BOTANIC NAME

 Capsicum frutescens var.