Chili pepper seeds variety "Mustafa" - 10 pcs.

Mustafa chili pepper is an interesting variety for gardeners who like the characteristic taste and appearance of peppers, but are not looking for a strong spiciness. It is classified as Capsicum annuum , and one of its most notable features is the unusual shape of the fruit.

The peppers are flattened-round , and according to the original description resemble a tomato or a small pumpkin . The shape distinguishes them from the standard oblong chili peppers and gives them a decorative appearance both on the plant and when served.

The fruits are thick-walled , which is an important advantage for culinary use. Unlike thin-walled hot varieties, Mustafa offers more flesh and is particularly suitable for stuffing . The peppers are recommended as a savory snack, for example stuffed with goat cheese.

Another important feature is the very low spiciness. The officially stated value is only 0–500 units on the Scoville scale . This means that some fruits may not be perceived as spicy at all, while others have only a mild spicy character.

The plants are characterized by very abundant fruiting and can be successfully grown outside the greenhouse. The variety probably originates from Kosovo . The producer uses the wording "probably", therefore the origin should not be presented as definitively established.

Characteristics of the variety

✔️ Variety: Mustafa
✔️ Botanical type: Capsicum annuum
✔️ Type: Mildly hot/spicy pepper
✔️ Supposed origin: Kosovo
✔️ Hotness: 0–500 SHU
✔️ Shape: Flat-round
✔️ Appearance: Resembles a mini tomato or small pumpkin
✔️ Fruit Walls: Thick and fleshy
✔️ Fruiting: Very abundant
✔️ Cultivation: Greenhouse or outdoors
✔️ Suitable for filling: Yes
✔️ Suitable for container growing: Yes.

🌡️ Anger

🔥 0–500 SHU on the Scoville scale

Mustafa is an extremely mild pepper . The official description states a range of 0–500 SHU , making it suitable for people who usually avoid very hot varieties.

It is precisely this combination of thick fleshy walls and minimal spiciness that makes the variety particularly interesting for stuffing and preparing small appetizers.

🌱 Sowing and growing

Sowing period: January – April

Sowing: indoors

Sowing temperature: 20–30°C

Growing in a greenhouse: recommended for higher yields

Planting outdoors: around the end of May

Support: taller plants can be tied to stakes

Pruning: it is possible to shape a more compact plant.

Mustafa can also perform very well outside a greenhouse , which is a valuable quality for gardeners who want to grow it directly in the garden.

🪴 Season extension

At the end of the season, the plants can be moved to pots and brought indoors .

Placed on a bright windowsill, they can continue to grow and bear fruit after the outdoor season ends, allowing additional time for the remaining fruits to develop.

🍴 Culinary app

One of Mustafa's strengths is its culinary use. The thick-walled fruits and very mild pungency make them suitable for:

• Cheese filling
• Cream cheese or goat cheese filling
• Savory bites and appetizers
• Baking
• Grilling
• Fresh consumption
• Salads
• Pickling
• Pickles
• Vegetable platters

The official description specifically recommends the fruit as a savory snack, topped with goat cheese .