Variegated Candlelight x Buena Mulata F3

This F3 pheno blends Candlelight Mutant’s variegated/desert‑adapted look with the historic Buena Mulata’s purple‑to‑red color show. Plants are compact and ornamental, with cream‑green marbling on leaves and pendant pods that pass through violet before finishing red. Heat lands in the cayenne/Thai neighborhood—bright and usable—so it’s as practical as it is beautiful. F3 status means you can still select for deeper variegation, richer violet stage, or longer pod forms. Pods dry quickly into jewel‑toned flakes and bring high contrast to fresh plates. Provide full sun to intensify foliage variegation and the purple stage on fruit. Steady picking keeps blossoms coming on a tidy, container‑friendly frame. An easy pick for growers who want ornamental foliage plus real culinary value.

Days: 75–95
Species: Capsicum annuum (breeding line)
SHU: ≈30,000–50,000 (selection dependent)
Heat Level: Hot
Plant Size: 14–22 inches, compact
Pod Size: ≈3–6 inches, slender cayenne forms
Color: Purple/violet stage → red; variegated foliage
Flavor: Sweet‑hot cayenne/Thai character
Creator: F3 selection combining Candlelight Mutant with Buena Mulata