About Gernika
Gernika (Guernica) is Basque equivalent of Padrón. Rating 500-2,500 SHU with variable heat. Named for famous Basque town. Same tradition of blistering with salt. Some mild, some surprisingly hot. Important in Basque cuisine. Prepared identically to Padrón. Very productive plants. Shows Basque pepper tradition. The gambling aspect is similar. Important regional variety.
Flavor profile
Mild, occasional hot
In the kitchen
Basque version of Padrón
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Days to harvest
- 65-75 days
- Plant height
- 24-30 inches
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