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  • Chile pepper - Bird's Eye / Chiltepin
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Quick Info

Light

Full Sun

Row Spacing

21/2-3 ft.

Plant Spacing

18-24 in.

Planting Depth

1/4 in.

Days to Germination

12-Oct

Plant Height

2-21/2 ft.

Chile pepper - Bird's Eye / Chiltepin

Chile pepper - Bird's Eye / Chiltepin

  • Chile pepper - Bird's Eye / Chiltepin
1 1

Quick Info

Light

Full Sun

Row Spacing

21/2-3 ft.

Plant Spacing

18-24 in.

Planting Depth

1/4 in.

Days to Germination

12-Oct

Plant Height

2-21/2 ft.

Gardener’s Notes: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before last spring frost. Sow 1/4 inches deep and 2 inches apart in seed-starting mix, keep very warm, 80-85°F (27-30°C). When seedlings have several sets of leaves, transplant into individual containers. When night temperatures stay above 50-55°F (10- 13°C), acclimate seedlings to outdoor conditions. Transplant 18-24 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Mulch well and fertilize monthly. Harvest when peppers turn red.

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Quick Info

Light

Full Sun

Row Spacing

21/2-3 ft.

Plant Spacing

18-24 in.

Planting Depth

1/4 in.

Days to Germination

12-Oct

Plant Height

2-21/2 ft.

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GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Often called the "mother of all chiles," this wild species is said to be the ancestor to all other hot pepper varieties. The tiny, round fruits are native to southern North America and northern South America. Ready 90-100 days from transplant.