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Padron pepper seeds produce warm-season annual plants with a compact, bushy growth habit and upright stems. These plants develop small, tapered fruits that mature from green to red as they progress through the growing cycle. Padron peppers thrive in warm climates with full sunlight and require a frost-free growing period for proper development. They adapt well to a range of well-drained soils and are commonly grown in garden beds, raised beds, and containers. With consistent moisture and warmth, plants establish steadily and produce fruits over an extended season.
Features
- Warm-season plant with compact, bushy growth
- Produces small, tapered fruits along upright stems
- Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
- Adaptable to various well-drained soil types
- Requires full sun and consistent warmth
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
- Common Name (US): Padron Pepper
- Seed Type / Variety: Chili pepper variety
- Growth Habit: Bushy, upright annual plant
- USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
- Planting Season: Spring (after last frost)
- Growing Season: Late spring to early fall
- Sowing Season: January to March (indoor sowing); March to May (outdoor transplanting)
- Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 22–30°C with steady moisture
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent watering
- Mature Plant Size: 60–90 cm height; 40–60 cm spread
- Plant Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants
