Details
Christmas produces heavy yields of tiny red hot peppers. Peppers grow upright, are hot and turn from green to red when mature. These dwarf ornamental plants are perfect for the holidays or for a striking landscape addition. Suitable for containers, pots, patios, and small gardens where space is very limited! Non-Isolated.
SHU: 30,000
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
Botanical Name | Capsicum annuum |
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Life Cycle | Annual |
Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
Max. Time to Germinate | 15 Days |
Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
When to Sow | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
Growing Height | 12-18 in. (30-45 cm) |
Plant Spacing | 15-18 in. (38-45 cm) |
Hardiness | N/A |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Danger | N/A |
Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
Soil pH Requirements | 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
Days to Harvest | 80-90 |
Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
Heat (Scoville Heat Units) | 25,000-49,999 SHU |
Pepper Color | Green changing to red |
Pepper Shape | Tapered |
Pepper Size | Small (under 2in. in length) |
Pepper Usage | Drying, Fresh (salsa, salads) |
Seeds Per Pack | 10 |