Augustine Minorcan Datil Hot Pepper Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Augustine Minorcan Datil Hot Pepper is a warm-season pepper plant known for its compact bushy growth and elongated colorful fruits. This variety grows well in garden beds, raised planters, and containers with full sunlight and fertile, well-drained soil. It adapts to warm and humid climates and produces peppers continuously throughout the growing season under suitable conditions.

Features

• Compact bushy pepper plant growth
• Produces elongated hot peppers
• Suitable for containers and garden beds
• Adapted to warm and humid climates
• Performs well in sunny outdoor locations
• Suitable for seasonal vegetable gardens

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense
• Common Name (US): Pepper
• Seed Type / Variety: Augustine Minorcan Datil Variety
• Growth Habit: Bushy annual vegetable plant
• USDA Zones: 9-11 as perennial, grown as annual in cooler zones
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: January to April indoors; March to June outdoors
• Germination Time and Conditions: 2-4 weeks in warm soil around 75-90°F (24-32°C)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate regular watering
• Mature Plant Size: 2-4 feet tall, 2-3 feet spread
• Plant Spacing: 18-24 inches apart