Trinidad Pimento, also known as Pimento Peppers or Seasoning Peppers, is a sweet, aromatic pepper variety from Trinidad & Tobago, widely used in Caribbean cuisine to add rich flavor without the heat. Unlike spicy peppers, Trinidad Pimento peppers are mild, making them perfect for stews, curries, marinades, and sauces where depth of flavor is key.
This cherished variety is part of the African Diaspora Collection, grown with True Love Seeds, celebrating the resilience, culture, and culinary traditions of African and Caribbean communities.
Why You’ll Love It:
🌶 Mild, Sweet Heat-Free Flavor – Adds depth to Caribbean dishes without overwhelming spice.
🍛 Essential for Trinidadian & Caribbean Cuisine – Perfect for seasoning meats, rice dishes, and marinades.
🐝 Pollinator-Friendly – Produces vibrant fruit that attracts bees and butterflies.
☀️ High-Yielding & Easy to Grow – Thrives in warm climates and continuously produces fruit.
🖤 Part of the African Diaspora Collection – Grown with True Love Seeds, honoring ancestral foodways.
Growing Tips:
- 🌞 Sunlight: Full sun (6+ hours per day)
- 💧 Water: Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained
- 🌱 Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
- ⏳ Harvest: 75-85 days from transplant; pick when fully red for best flavor
Trinidad Pimento – Container Growing Tips
Yes! Trinidad Pimento peppers grow beautifully in containers, making them ideal for urban gardens, patios, and small spaces. Here’s how to grow them successfully in a container:
🪴 Pot Size: Use a 5-gallon (12-inch or larger) pot for strong root development.
🌿 Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix with compost.
💧 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid overwatering.
🌞 Light: Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight or LED grow lights indoors.
✂️ Pruning: Remove lower leaves to improve airflow and encourage fruit production.
Perfect for Caribbean home cooks, pepper enthusiasts, and cultural food preservers, Trinidad Pimento from the African Diaspora Collection ensures a steady supply of rich, sweet peppers that bring the essence of the Caribbean to your kitchen!
