THE Pepper for making authentic mole sauce! A mildly hot poblano type. This heart shaped pepper matures from green to dark chocolate brown. Mulato Isleno are excellent for stuffing as rellenos, very fat, 6 x 3 in. diameter at stem, mild and distinctive flavor. 1000-1500 Scoville units. Use Mulato Isleno fresh or dry. 75 days.
~ planting ~
When to sow outside: 2 to 4 weeks after average last frost when air temperature is at least 70° F and soil temperature is at least 65° F. When to start inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before average last frost. In USDA zones 9 & 10, can also sow in midsummer for fall crop.
~ harvesting ~
Harvest at about 8" long when green or red. Brown peppers are sweeter. When harvesting, take care to avoid touching the interior of any broken peppers, as the capsaicin is an extreme irritant, especially to the eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after harvesting, or wear gloves to harvest peppers.
