skip to main content
Software
Integrations
Mobile App
Expert Support
All-In-One Platform for Construction and Design
See Pricing
Schedule a Demo
Talk to Sales: (888) 316-4595
My builder uses Houzz Pro to plan the timeline and give detailed estimates and daily updates with photos of progress, and provide invoices at pre-agreed key points in the build. This made the whole experience much more efficient and stress-free.
Steve W.
Client of Cribbs Construction
Learn More
Ideas
Discussions
Houzz TV
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
Explore DiscussionsFeatured Home DiscussionsFeatured Garden Discussions
Hot Peppers
israd

Espelette/ Basque Peppers

14 years ago

Hello,

So, I traveled to Spain and bought espelette pepper seeds for my Spanish boyfriend. And then I accidently washed them in the washing machine. Oh no :( So my first question is does anyone know a great place to buy seeds?

Second, I've never planted peppers before...any advice? I live in Northwest washington so cold and raily but do have a small greenhouse.

Thank you

Comments (9)

  • 14 years ago

    Wow, accidently washed them in the washing machine! Sorry, but you're the first person I'm aware of who's done that, I got a chuckle.

    OK, before you think I'm a jerk, did you wash on cold or hot? If "hot", I'd toss the seed. If cold, some may still germinate, worth a try in my opinion.

    If you need new seed try Pimient de Espellette

    For advice starting/growing chili peppers take a look here Pepper Growing Guides. Post any additional questions on the forum here.

    Bill

  • 14 years ago

    Thanks Bill! It was hysterical actually, my boyfriend wasn't sure if we were allowed to bring them home so he more or less smuggled them, went to a special store and everything. So then I'm trying to be nice and washed his jeans-in which were the fateful seeds :( I'm going to try to germinate them, see if I grow Tide peppers...thanks I'll try to keep you posted.

  • Related Professionals

    Manchester Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Pueblo Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers · Elizabethtown Landscape Contractors · Greenville Landscape Contractors · McComb Landscape Contractors · Anderson Landscape Contractors · Morgantown Landscape Contractors · Newburyport Landscape Contractors · Brooklyn Landscape Contractors · Eugene Landscape Contractors · Murfreesboro Home Builders · Fort Dodge Home Builders · Pocatello Home Builders · Twin Falls Home Builders · Longview Home Builders
  • 14 years ago

    Try to germinate the seeds you liberated anyways. Many of the seeds in the wild pass through a gastrointestinal tract of an animal and still germinate. Far worse than a Maytag washer can deal out!

    Time is your worst enemy. Each year your germination rate drops. I think that you will do well if you step up!!! If you are willing, send half the seeds to me. I'll try to get them to germinate.

    Contact me... I can help

    -Munalos

  • 14 years ago

    where in washington? on an island?....close to lopez, i might could help if so---texas bob

  • 14 years ago

    Mount Vernon

  • 14 years ago

    I've accidently washed Phoona Kheera cucumber seeds. Mine were
    in my jeans also. I tried to germinate a few but nothing happened.
    I would still give it a try if I were you. I ordered some Pimient de
    Espelette from the Chili Pepper Institute. Let me know if you want
    some. 30 seeds is too many for me anyway.

  • 14 years ago

    Hey Bill!! And everyone else...
    It worked, they totally germinated! They're looking great and actually produced more starts that the new ones I ordered. Maybe washing machines are a good thing??? :) Anyway, I'd attach a pic but don't know how and I'll keep you updated in case the peppers tast like Tide :)

  • 14 years ago

    Yeahhhhh!!!!!!!!
    Clean seed is the secret. BTW, did you use Tide or Cheer?
    Bruce

  • 14 years ago

    Hey IsRad,

    Thanks for the update. Funny, I was thinking about you last week and wondering how germination went.

    Congratulations! You may be on to something here, what formula Tide did you use? I may try washing a few of my seeds next year ;-)

    Good Growing,

    Bill

0
Sponsored