Introduce a unique and flavorful addition to your garden with Yellow Chiltepin Pepper Plants. These live, well-rooted plants are a premium choice for chili lovers and garden enthusiasts. Known for their bold heat and wild origins, these hot peppers are ideal for adding a fiery touch to your culinary creations.

Features and Specifications:
This 12-count tray offers well-rooted pepper plants for easy transplanting. These wild varieties, native to arid environments, are perfect for those looking to grow a pepper with authentic heritage. The chiltepin peppers are small but pack a powerful heat, ideal for adventurous cooking or pepper collections.

Growing Information and Requirements:
Chiltepin peppers flourish under partial shade, replicating their natural habitat under leguminous nurse plants like mesquite. These plants are frost-sensitive, so it’s essential to keep them protected in colder months. They thrive in USDA growing zones 8-11, needing well-drained soil and moderate watering.

Care Instructions and Maintenance:
To ensure optimal growth, place these plants in shaded or semi-shaded areas. Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot. During winter, bring plants indoors or use covers to protect them from frost. With proper care, these pepper plants will reward you with a spicy harvest year after year.

Value Proposition and Unique Benefits:
These rare yellow chiltepin peppers offer more than just heat; they bring a sense of authenticity and wild charm to your garden. Whether you’re looking to enhance your outdoor landscape or grow unique ingredients for your kitchen, these peppers make an excellent choice. Perfect for home gardeners, pepper enthusiasts, and specialty cooks, these plants offer a versatile, flavorful, and decorative touch.

Key Features:

• Type of Plant: Chiltepin Pepper
• Condition: Live Plant, Well-rooted
• Mature Size: 3-4 ft tall
• Growing Conditions: Shade to partial shade, warm temperatures
• USDA Zone Growing: 8-11
• Soil Type: Well-drained, light to sandy soil
• Sunlight Exposure: Partial shade to full sun (morning light preferred)
• Expected Planting Period: Spring to early summer

FAQ:

1. How hot are chiltepin peppers compared to other varieties?
Chiltepin peppers are very hot, with a Scoville heat rating between 50,000 to 100,000 units, similar to cayenne peppers.

2. Can I grow these peppers indoors?
Yes, these peppers can be grown in containers indoors, provided they receive ample indirect light and remain frost-free.

3. What is the ideal watering schedule for these plants?
Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between watering. Avoid waterlogging, which can cause root rot.

4. How long does it take for these plants to produce fruit?
Typically, chiltepin peppers start fruiting 90-120 days after planting, depending on growing conditions.

5. Are these peppers suitable for container gardening?
Yes, these plants do well in containers, making them an excellent option for patio or indoor gardens. Ensure the pot has drainage holes.