Hot Peppers Planting Info

Hot Peppers
Capsicum annuum

Seed Depth

Soil Temp. for Germination

Days to Germination

Sunlight Requirements

Planting Time

1/4"

80 F to 85 F

14 to 28 days

Full Sun

Spring

USDA Hardiness Zone

Seed Spacing

Row Spacing

Space After Thinning

Days to Harvest

N/A

36 - 48"

24"

60 - 210 days

Hot Pepper Seed Planting Information:

Some hot pepper varieties come from tropical humid regions and some varieties come from dry desert regions. The temperature, moisture, and air circulation all play a role in growing plants from seeds. Too little heat, too much moisture, and lack of air circulation will cause poor results. Do not over-water seeds and keep temperatures at a constant 85 F. Do not use heating pads as they do not bring temperatures to a constant 85 F. Do not use jiffy peat pots, plugs, or potting soil, or cover the pots, as the soil may become too dry or too wet, which can lead to disease and fungus. We have experienced disease and low germination when using these types of products and covering the pots with plastic or covers. Do not bottom water the seeds as this causes the seed starting material to become too wet and you will experience poor germination! Use Miracle Gro Seed Starting Material for best germination results. Read the Hot Pepper Growing Tips and Planting Instructions for information on growing hot peppers from seeds. Plants can grow 1 to 7 ft tall.

Soil Requirements:

Requires fertile soil in a well drained location in the garden. Apply much and grass clippings, or straw around base of plant.

Water Requirements:

Water well with soaker hoses during dry and hot spells.

Fertilizer Requirements:

Use RootBlast, Vegetable Alive, and Slow Release Fertilizer when transplanting outdoors. Apply Miracle Gro every two weeks.

Harvest Tips:

Harvest hot peppers when they are fully mature using a garden scissor so you don't damage the plant. Pick peppers as they mature to encourage new buds to form.

Reimer seeds has over 5,000 quality vegetable, flower, and herb seeds for the home gardener and market growers. We do not sell any Genetically Modified seeds. This year we reduced our prices on many items, added new items, and have added additional bulk items by the ounce and pounds! Take time to review our impressive Online Seed Catalog. Sorry, we do not have a printed catalog to mail you. Plan your garden, and then order your varieties for this upcoming season. Please check back often, as we add new items regularly. If you don’t see an item you want you can always email us and we’ll see if we can bring it into stock!

Hot Peppers Planting Info

Hot Peppers Capsicum annuum

Hot Peppers
Capsicum annuum