Pequin Red Chili Pepper Seeds – Bird Eye, Spicy, Easy Grow Container Variety

Description

If you’re looking to grow your own chili peppers, the SpicyHead Etsy shop offers a variety of productive chili seeds ideal for container gardening. One noteworthy option is the Pequin pepper (Capsicum annuum), a small yet very hot chili pepper that measures between 30,000 and 60,000 Scoville heat units. Also referred to as bird pepper or chiltepin, the Pequin pepper is native to southern Mexico and the southern United States.

This plant is quite productive and bushy, reaching heights of 2 to 4 feet. It is versatile, thriving in both sun and shade, and can be cultivated as an annual in cooler climates or as a perennial in warmer zones, specifically USDA zones 9 to 11. The small, red, berry-like fruits can be used fresh or dried, making them perfect for salsas and sauces. Additionally, the Pequin pepper plant is known for being easy to grow and for attracting birds, making it an appealing choice for gardeners.

◄ Reason To Buy ► Whether you’re a chili lover or a gardener seeking a resilient, flavorful pepper, these heirloom seeds are a fantastic choice.

◄ Why Us ► At SpicyHead, we aim to help you successfully germinate the pepper seeds you have chosen. We want to introduce you to many different types of peppers, making your gardening experience exciting and rewarding.

◄ Plant Characteristics ►
1️⃣ Size: 2-4 feet tall, 1-2 feet wide.
2️⃣ Leaves: Small, alternate.
3️⃣ Flowers: Small, white.
4️⃣ Fruit: Tiny (under 1 inch), round, green to red when ripe.
5️⃣ Heat: Very hot, 30,000–60,000 SHU.

◄ Growing Conditions ►
1️⃣ Light: Full sun to partial shade for more fruit.
2️⃣ Soil: Well-drained (sand, loam, clay); tolerates limestone.
3️⃣ Water: Keep soil evenly moist, not waterlogged.
4️⃣ Climate: Hardy in USDA zones 9-11; grown as an annual in cooler areas.

◄ Care and Maintenance ►
1️⃣ Starting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or plant outdoors in warm climates.
2️⃣ Fertilizer: Periodic fertilization with bone meal can help.
3️⃣ Pests: Watch for aphids indoors; use insecticidal soap if necessary.
4️⃣ Harvest: Fruits are ready 75-90 days after transplanting and can be picked as they ripen.
5️⃣ Uses: Fresh in salsas or dried for seasoning; attracts birds for seed dispersal.

H O W TO O R D E R:
1️⃣ Review all photos.
2️⃣ Select your Red Chili Seeds.
3️⃣ Click “Add to cart” to add more as needed.
4️⃣ Click “Proceed to checkout.”

◄ Return Policy ► We do not accept returns for Red Chili Seeds unless there is a product quality issue. Thank you for understanding. Thank you for choosing our shop. Our top priority is your satisfaction.

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