Chiltepin Pepper Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Chiltepin pepper seeds produce warm-season plants with a compact to moderately bushy growth habit and slender stems. These plants are considered wild-type peppers and develop small, round fruits along the branches during the growing cycle. Chiltepin peppers thrive in warm climates and require a long, frost-free growing period for proper development. They perform well in full sunlight with well-drained soil and consistent moisture. Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers, the plants establish steadily and produce fruit over an extended season.

Features

• Warm-season plant with compact to bushy growth
• Produces small, round fruits along the stems
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Adaptable to well-drained soil conditions
• Requires full sun and consistent warmth

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum
• Common Name (US): Chiltepin Pepper
• Seed Type / Variety: Wild chili variety
• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright perennial (grown as annual in cooler regions)
• USDA Zones: 9–11 (perennial); 4–8 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring (after last frost)
• Growing Season: Late spring to fall
• Sowing Season: January to March (indoor sowing); March to May (outdoor transplanting)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10–21 days at 22–30°C with steady moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent watering
• Mature Plant Size: 60–120 cm height; 45–90 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants