Bring authentic heat to your garden with Tepin Chilli Seeds, a premium variety known for its tiny, intensely hot peppers and robust growth. Perfect for gardening enthusiasts and spice lovers, these seeds produce compact, bushy plants that thrive in warm climates and deliver an abundant harvest of vibrant, flavorful peppers.

Features:

1. Variety: Tepin
2. Type: Hot chili pepper (Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum)
3. Growth Habit: Compact, bushy, and high-yielding
4. Fruit Characteristics: Tiny, round, bright red peppers with intense heat
5. Flavor: Extremely spicy with fruity undertones
6. Best For: Home gardens, container planting, and culinary use

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Premium-quality, Non-GMO chili seeds
2. Planting Season: Late winter to early summer
3. USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as an annual), 9–11 (as perennial)
4. Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
5. Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil
6. Soil pH: 6.0–6.8 for optimal germination
7. Germination Time: 10–20 days
8. Days to Maturity: 90–100 days from transplant
9. Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
10. Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
11. Temperature: Prefers 75–95°F (24–35°C)
12. Watering: Moderate, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
13. Maintenance: Mulch and full sun exposure encourage strong growth and abundant fruit

Planting Guide:

1. Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost.
2. Plant seeds ¼ inch (6 mm) deep in a warm, moist seed-starting mix.
3. Maintain steady warmth and moisture until germination occurs.
4. Transplant outdoors after frost risk has passed and soil is warm.
5. Provide full sun and regular watering for optimal growth.
6. Harvest peppers when fully red and firm for maximum heat and flavor.

Benefits:

1. Produces authentic, intensely hot Tepin peppers
2. Compact plants suitable for small gardens and containers
3. High germination rate for reliable results
4. Ideal for culinary use, spicy sauces, or dried pepper flakes
5. Low-maintenance and highly productive