Bird Pepper Seeds - Heirloom Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Bird Pepper is a compact warm-season pepper plant known for producing small, spicy peppers that mature in clusters. It grows well in full sun, fertile well-drained soil, and warm conditions, making it suitable for vegetable gardens and containers.

Features

• Compact warm-season pepper plant
• Produces small, spicy peppers
• Fruits often grow in clusters
• Suitable for vegetable gardens
• Can be grown in containers
• Prefers warm temperatures and full sun
• Requires well-drained fertile soil
• Suitable for fresh use, cooking, and seasoning

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Capsicum frutescens
• Common Name (US): Bird Pepper
• Seed Type / Variety: Hot Pepper Variety
• Growth Habit: Compact branching perennial, commonly grown as an annual
• USDA Zones: 9–11
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Warm season
• Sowing Season: Late winter to spring
• Germination Time and Conditions: Approximately 7–14 days in warm, consistently moist soil
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, loose, well-drained soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture
• Mature Plant Size: Approximately 1–3 feet tall
• Plant Spacing: Approximately 18–24 inches apart