Chiltepin Hot Pepper Seeds Overview
These Chiltepin Hot Pepper seeds offer a unique opportunity to grow a wild, heirloom chili variety known for its tiny, round, and intensely spicy red peppers. Ideal for adding heat to hot sauces, salsas, and various seasonings, this variety is prized for its prolific yield and resilience in dry conditions. The compact, bushy plants are well-suited for gardens, raised beds, and container growing, making them versatile for different gardening spaces.
Key Features
- Tiny, fiery hot peppers perfect for culinary uses.
- High yield with continuous production of bold-flavored chilies.
- Drought and heat tolerant, thriving in warm, arid climates.
- Compact growth habit suitable for small gardens and containers.
- 250mg of high-quality seeds ensuring strong germination.
Growing Information
- Common Name: Chiltepin Hot Pepper
- Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum
- Color: Green turning bright red when ripe
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Sunlight: Requires full sun exposure
- Watering: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Growth Habit: Bushy and compact
- Planting Season: Best planted in spring and summer
- Days to Maturity: 90-120 days
- Plant Type: Perennial in warm climates, annual in colder areas