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Costa Rica Orange Chilipflanze mit dunklem Laub und orangefarbenen Früchten

Costa Rica Orange - Chilli Plant

€5,99 EUR
€5,99 EUR
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Pre-orders for 2027 open in early January. Plants are expected to ship from mid-April.
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What makes it special?

Costa Rica Orange is a compact chilli with an unusually strong colour contrast: under good sunlight, the foliage can turn very dark, while the fruit starts dark to black and later ripens to a bright orange.

That makes the variety especially attractive in a pot. It combines ornamental value with edible, clearly hot fruit and suits anyone on a patio or balcony looking for a smaller plant with an extraordinary look.

Flavour & Use

Costa Rica Orange is a compact chilli with an unusually strong colour contrast: under good sunlight, the foliage can turn very dark, while the fruit starts dark to black and later ripens to a bright orange.

That makes the variety especially attractive in a pot. It combines ornamental value with edible, clearly hot fruit and suits anyone on a patio or balcony looking for a smaller plant with an extraordinary look.

Fruit & Plant

Costa Rica Orange belongs to Capsicum frutescens. The small, mostly roundish to conical fruit starts dark violet to black and ripens to a bright orange. The foliage, too, can turn very dark under intense sun.

The plant stays comparatively compact at around 50–80 cm and grows bushy. That makes it especially well suited to a pot, patio and balcony.

Growing & Care

We recommend a sunny, warm and sheltered spot. Plenty of light supports the dark colouring of the foliage and unripe fruit, and later creates an especially strong contrast with the orange ripe chillies.

For pot growing, at least 8 litres makes sense, ideally 10 litres; 15–20 litres is ideal if you have the space. Use a nutrient-rich, well-draining substrate, water evenly and avoid waterlogging. Feed regularly and moderately with a suitable tomato or vegetable fertiliser during growth and fruiting.

The variety is not frost-hardy but can be overwintered frost-free.

Variety Data
  • Botanical species: Capsicum frutescens
  • Origin: Costa Rica
  • Heat: hot; Tschida rating 6/10
  • Scoville: approx. 30,000–150,000 SHU; sources vary considerably
  • Flavour: spicy, lightly fruity, subtly sweet
  • Fruit colour: dark violet to black → bright orange
  • Fruit size: approx. 2–4 cm
  • Fruit shape: small, roundish to conical
  • Plant height: approx. 50–80 cm, depending on location and growing conditions
  • Growth: compact, bushy, darkly coloured in sun
  • Ripening time: medium to medium-late
  • Position: sunny, warm and sheltered
  • Suitable for: pot, balcony, patio, greenhouse and sheltered outdoor spots
  • Pot size: at least 8 litres, ideally 10 litres; 15–20 litres ideal
  • Use: fresh, salsa, chilli sauces, drying and powder
  • Overwintering: possible frost-free
  • Special feature: dark foliage and dark unripe fruit with bright orange full ripeness
Costa Rica Orange Chilipflanze mit dunklem Laub und orangefarbenen Früchten

Costa Rica Orange - Chilli Plant

€5,99 EUR
€5,99 EUR

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Costa Rica Orange – dark foliage and bright orange fruit

The Costa Rica Orange chilli plant thrives on strong contrasts. Under good sunlight, the foliage and unripe fruit can look very dark violet to almost black. As it ripens further, the fruit colour eventually shifts to a bright orange. As a result, the plant keeps looking different throughout the season.

How hot is Costa Rica Orange?

Published heat figures differ considerably. A range of roughly 30,000–150,000 Scoville Heat Units is often cited. We rate Costa Rica Orange at heat 6 out of 10 on our own scale. Since rare lines and growing conditions can cause differences, we think this transparent rating is more useful than a single, seemingly exact figure.

Why does the foliage get so dark?

The dark colouring is linked to anthocyanins and is encouraged by intense sunlight. This later creates a particularly strong contrast with the orange ripe fruit. We see this effect even more pronounced with Black Kathumby, whose foliage can turn almost black under plenty of sun with us.

A compact chilli for pot and patio

At around 50–80 cm, Costa Rica Orange stays comparatively compact. That makes it interesting for pot, balcony and patio. We recommend at least 8 litres, ideally 10 litres of soil volume; with 15–20 litres, the plant gets extra room. A sunny, warm and wind-sheltered spot supports both the colouring and the ripening. You'll find more extraordinary varieties among our rare chilli plants.

WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY

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The absolute highlight for me, however, was that this seller is one of the few places that offers my all-time favorite variety, the Lemon Drop chili. I’ve finally found a reliable source for this fantastic variety!

Shipping was fast, and the plants were perfectly packaged, so they arrived in excellent condition. I can wholeheartedly recommend this seller to any chili lover looking for top quality and fast delivery. I will definitely be ordering here again!

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Super friendly service when buying chili plants, and the products are truly excellent. My #1 source for heat :) The ultimate compliment came from an Indian colleague who said that with Tschida chili sauces, he can finally enjoy the level of heat he knows from home here in Europe!

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Tschida Tschili – where heat and flavor come together in perfect harmony. The chili products are simply outstanding. I love spicy food, but many products just burn your tongue without delivering any real flavor. With Tschida Tschili, it’s completely different. For an experienced palate, everything is very enjoyable. The flavors are perfectly matched to the level of heat, resulting in truly delicious products.

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