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The north Peruvian jungle native is a wild bushy plant which produces hundreds of hot, small (6 mm), round peppers. Due to its rarity and hefty prices, it is often known as the \"Mother of All Chilis\" and is very hard to source outside of Peru.\u003cbr\u003e\nFlavour: distinct fruity, citrus aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51066996523311,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/0001-5967731109627236000.png?v=1743910109"},{"product_id":"7-pot-jonah-yellow-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"7 Pot Jonah - Yellow Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e7 Pot Jonah - Yellow\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Super Hot (850,000 SHU)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 Days. A prolific \u003cem\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e from Trinidad producing golf ball-sized, heavily wrinkled yellow pods with a deep, solid burn and a distinctive bright citrus sweetness. The 7 Pot Jonah is one of the larger-podded superhot varieties, named for the Caribbean folklore that a single pepper could season seven pots of stew — and the yellow variant delivers all that heat with a fruitier, more citrus-forward flavour than the red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVigorous plants grow to 1.2 metres tall and 1 metre wide, requiring ample space and sturdy support for their prolific fruiting. 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The conical peppers, 6-8 cm long, mature to red or orange. With over 1 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU), it has a fruity, smoky flavor before the intense burn. Handle with care due to its extreme heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour: taste buds burned off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000160559,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/1F37F3B0-4FEF-4926-A9B9-96173183D493.png?v=1743918231"},{"product_id":"bhut-jolokia-ghost-chocolate-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Bhut Jolokia (Ghost) Chocolate Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBhut Jolokia (Ghost) - Chocolate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stupid Hot (900,000 SHU)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e120 Days. A formidable \u003cem\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e x \u003cem\u003efrutescens\u003c\/em\u003e cross cultivated in Northeast India, Bhut Jolokia Chocolate — also known as the Chocolate Ghost Pepper — produces wrinkled, elongated pods in a striking dark chocolate-brown, slightly milder than the red variety but still among the hottest peppers in the world. Beneath the overwhelming heat lies a genuinely complex flavour profile, with smoky, fruity, and earthy notes that make it prized by hot sauce makers and chilli enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow up to 1.2 metres with lush green foliage and small white flowers. Performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when pods are fully dark chocolate-brown for peak heat and flavour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smoky, fruity, and earthy with overwhelming heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000193327,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/A6022C02-54E6-461F-843B-0EF17BAD588F.png?v=1743918268"},{"product_id":"big-rainbow-tomato-10-seeds","title":"Big Rainbow Tomato (10 seeds)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndeterminate - Beefsteak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e85 Days. Mid-Season. Big Rainbow is a large yellow beefsteak tomato streaked with vivid red and orange, giving it a richly marbled appearance when sliced. The fruit, ranging from 300g to over 900g, is exceptionally juicy, sweet, and low in acidity—ranked near the top in tomato taste tests. The plant is indeterminate and thrives with strong support to carry its heavy, showy harvest. This variety is ideal for slicing, summer salads, and colourful platters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eFlavour: Juicy, sweet, and richly balanced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000226095,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/Big_Rainbow_Tomato_10_seeds.png?v=1778210714"},{"product_id":"biquinho-iracema-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Biquinho Iracema Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBiquinho Red\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet to Mild (0–500 SHU)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 Days. A delightful \u003cem\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e from Brazil whose name translates to \"little beak pepper\" — a reference to the small, teardrop-shaped pods that cascade in abundance from wide-spreading plants. Biquinho has been grown in Brazil for generations and is most traditionally pickled whole and served as a table condiment alongside grilled meats and antipasto, where its sweet, fruity flavour and gentle heat make it irresistible to even the most heat-averse diners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBushy plants reach 70 cm tall and 1 metre wide, producing a heavy and continuous crop of bite-sized red pods throughout the season. Grow in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick when pods are fully red for peak sweetness and flavour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very sweet and fruity with little to no heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000258863,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/19643A92-E692-4878-BACA-5870FBB49C2A.png?v=1743918310"},{"product_id":"bird-of-paradise-strelitzia-reginae-6-seeds","title":"Bird of Paradise - Strelitzia reginae (6 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrelitzia reginae\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eBird of Paradise\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bird of Paradise is a tropical showstopper, known for its vivid orange and blue flowers that resemble a bird in flight. With large, glossy, banana-like foliage and bold, sculptural blooms, it adds an architectural, exotic presence to both indoor and outdoor spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to South Africa, this evergreen perennial performs well in warm gardens, patios, and bright indoor rooms. Once established, it tolerates dry conditions and coastal wind, rewarding growers with dramatic blooms and lush greenery through late spring and summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to bright, indirect light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the top few centimetres of soil to dry between waterings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; tolerates drier air once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConsiderations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect from frost and strong wind; plants may take several years to bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-Scarified Seed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Optional: Use Gibberellic Acid (GA₃) for Seed Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike other Strelitzia species, Bird of Paradise seeds often germinate more reliably with hormonal assistance. A \u003cstrong\u003e500 ppm GA₃ soak for 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e can help activate the embryo and improve germination speed and uniformity — especially during cooler months or when seeds are slow to sprout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/gibberellic-acid-ga-0-5-g-seed-dormancy-breaker\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eClick here to purchase Gibberellic Acid (GA₃)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee link for growing instructions: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/blogs\/news\/how-to-germinate-strelitzia-bird-of-paradise-seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e How to Germinate Strelitzia Seeds \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000324399,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/0001-6813282144263385093.png?v=1744085267"},{"product_id":"black-fire-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Black Fire Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Fire Capsicum annuum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHot 20,000 SHU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Black Fire chilli is another amazing looking Annuum variety. The plant grows to about 70 cm in a pot and is easy to grow. The pods start off black and end up a bright red when they are mature. With a slightly sweet flavor and mid-level heat, this easy-to-grow chili is both visually striking and flavorful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour: Slightly sweet flavour and a mid-heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000389935,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/C7A9380B-D71F-4CF6-BDD0-1BBBAE216B6E.png?v=1743918341"},{"product_id":"black-pearl-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Black Pearl Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Pearl Capsicum annuum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMedium Hot 20,000 SHU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe leaves range from a deep purple to an onyx black in hue, and the plant blooms beautiful purple flowers. The peppers themselves are\u003cbr\u003e\ntiny, closer to chiltepin or pequin peppers in size than typical long peppers. Unripen Black Pearls take on a similar onyx black colour, and\u003cbr\u003e\nas they age they turn shades to a sultry crimson red.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour: Capsicum with slight salty taste\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000422703,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/0001-5269673168418145426.png?v=1744629111"},{"product_id":"bolivian-rainbow-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Bolivian Rainbow Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBolivian Rainbow Capsicum annuum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHot 15,000 SHU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTear-drop shaped peppers turn from purple to yellow to orange to red with all colours present on the plant at the same time. Great container plant. Very prolific.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour: Crunchy and very seedy good tang and salty flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000455471,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/9599B612-9439-4E73-B188-17FB66A6D469.png?v=1743918373"},{"product_id":"brown-poblano-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Brown Poblano Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBrown Poblano\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mild \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80 Days. A classic \u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e from Puebla, Mexico, producing large, heart-shaped pods with thick, meaty walls that start a very dark green before maturing to a rich dark red-brown. One of the most versatile chillies in Mexican cuisine — excellent stuffed and roasted fresh as chiles rellenos, and outstanding when dried as Brown Ancho, where the flavour transforms into deep notes of chocolate, liquorice, cherry, and tobacco.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants grow 60–90 cm tall and benefit from staking under the weight of the large fruit. Thrive in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the holy trinity of Mexican chillies used in traditional mole, alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/poblano-san-luis-chilli-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003eSan Luis Poblano\u003c\/a\u003e (Ancho when dried) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/guajillo-chilli-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003eGuajillo\u003c\/a\u003e. Complete the trinity with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/pasilla-chilaca-bajio-chilli-seeds-10-seeds\"\u003ePasilla (Chilaca) Bajio\u003c\/a\u003e. 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A pointy shape and bright orange pod originating from Hungary. Grows well in a pot reaching 50cm in height producing bright orange 6-10cm long by 3cm wide sticks. Fruit starts green and turns bright orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFlavour: Very crunch with fruity and spicy notes..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000586543,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/89936954-C949-42DA-8399-F4C8433F9545.png?v=1743918431"},{"product_id":"caper-bush-25-seeds","title":"Caper Bush - Capparis spinosa (25 seeds)","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaper\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eCapparis spinosa\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nRenowned for its edible flower buds, known as \u003cstrong\u003ecapers\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are pickled and used to add a tangy, savoury lift \nto salads, pasta, sauces, seafood, and Mediterranean dishes. Historically appreciated for their \n\u003cstrong\u003eculinary and medicinal uses\u003c\/strong\u003e, capers offer a unique flavour and long cultural heritage.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe plant itself is a low-growing, drought-tolerant perennial native to arid, rocky environments, making it \nideal for \u003cstrong\u003erock gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ewalls\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003esunny, well-drained areas\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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The pods—10 to 25 cm in length—are traditionally used as a chocolate substitute and in natural sweeteners, baking, and snacks. Hardy to around –6 °C, though young trees need protection from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarob is generally self-fertile and begins producing fruit in 6–8 years from seed. An excellent choice for warm, dry sites, shelterbelts, or coastal gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing. Sow 1–1.5 cm deep in a well-drained seed mix. Maintain temperatures of 20–25 °C. Germination usually takes 2–6 weeks. Stratification is not required. Scarification (nicking or lightly sanding the seed coat) can help improve germination but is not always necessary. Protect seedlings from frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌿 Optional: Use Gibberellic Acid (GA₃)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarob seeds have a naturally hard seed coat, and while they often germinate after warm soaking alone, a \u003cstrong\u003e500 ppm GA₃ soak for 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e can help improve germination speed and uniformity—especially for older seed lots or seeds that remain dormant after initial soaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/products\/gibberellic-acid-ga-0-5-g-seed-dormancy-breaker\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eClick here to purchase Gibberellic Acid (GA₃)\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our growing guide for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rasmussengardens.co.nz\/blogs\/news\/germinating-difficult-seeds\" title=\"Germinating Difficult Seeds\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e Germinating Difficult Seeds. \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000652079,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/0001-6589228064338357239.png?v=1744147219"},{"product_id":"cherry-large-hot-chilli-seeds-10-seeds","title":"Cherry Large Hot Chilli Seeds (10 seeds)","description":"\u003cp\u003eCherry Large Hot Capsicum annuum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMedium hot, 6,000 SHUs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThese round, 2.5-4cm diameter cherry peppers mature from green to bright red. 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Unlike standard green celery, the decorative stems make it as appealing on a fresh platter as it is chopped into soups, stir-fries, and salads. A distinctive and rewarding variety for home gardeners looking for something a little out of the ordinary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFaster maturing than standard celery varieties, 'Chinese Pink' can be harvested up to a month earlier than traditional types, making it a practical as well as ornamental choice. 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The broad, sturdy leaves are tender and deeply flavoured, excellent for braising, steaming, sautéing, or adding to soups and stews. A variety with genuine heritage behind it and outstanding eating quality to match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell suited to cool weather growing, 'Ole Timey Blue' thrives in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil and performs reliably through autumn and winter in New Zealand conditions. A hardy and productive plant that is straightforward to grow and delivers generous harvests of flavoursome leaves over a long picking period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring, Autumn, Winter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct or start indoors, 5–10 mm deep\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60 cm apart\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–14 days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–80 days; pick outer leaves as needed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, earthy, and full flavoured\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 seeds\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rasmussen Gardens","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51067000946991,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0928\/4098\/4879\/files\/0001-2066488138417859340.png?v=1744084751"},{"product_id":"copia-tomato-10-seeds","title":"Copia Tomato (10 seeds)","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndeterminate - Beefsteak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-center para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e85 Days. 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