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Mosquetero Peppers and Chilies: Days to Maturity & Growing Tips

Mosquetero is an F1 poblano (ancho) chile that performs well in cooler climates than many poblanos.

Key facts

Days to maturity
90 days
Listed for
United States

Overview

Mosquetero is an F1 poblano (ancho) chile that performs well in cooler climates than many poblanos. The fruit is very large and smooth, dark green, about 6 by 3 inches, wide at the shoulder with a slight taper to a flat point. Heat is mild to moderate, and harvest comes at about 90 days.

Mosquetero traits

  • F1 poblano/ancho type
  • Large, smooth 6 x 3 in dark green fruit
  • Mild to moderate heat
  • Good performance in cooler climates
  • About 90 days

Good for

  • Chile rellenos
  • Roasting
  • Drying as ancho

Compare with other peppers and chilies varieties

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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Mosquetero this page90 days——
Aci Sivri90 days——
Aji Crystal90–100 days——
Ancho Gigantea90 days——
Ancho/Poblano90–110 days——
Balloon90–100 days——
Birdseye Chili90 days——

Mosquetero FAQ

What kind of peppers and chilies is Mosquetero?

Mosquetero is an F1 poblano (ancho) chile that performs well in cooler climates than many poblanos. The fruit is very large and smooth, dark green, about 6 by 3 inches, wide at the shoulder with a slight taper to a flat point.

How many days to maturity is Mosquetero?

Mosquetero is listed at 90 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other peppers and chilies varieties, so check them in the peppers and chilies growing guide.

How does Mosquetero compare with other peppers and chilies varieties?

Mosquetero: 90 days. Similar peppers and chilies varieties include Aci Sivri (90 days), Aji Crystal (90–100 days), Ancho Gigantea (90 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.

What is Mosquetero good for?

Mosquetero is grown for chile rellenos, roasting, drying as ancho.

Sowing, care and common problems

Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every peppers and chilies variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.

Source

Source: Cornell University (CALS Garden-Based Learning)

The text on this page is our own summary written from the published variety record, not a copy of it.

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