Aji Charapita Hot Pepper Seeds produce compact perennial pepper plants known for their tiny, round, and intensely hot peppers. These tropical plants thrive in warm, sunny conditions and well drained soil. Suitable for garden beds, containers, or greenhouse cultivation, they develop upright growth and can produce fruit continuously during the growing season in warm climates.
Features
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Compact perennial pepper plant
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Produces small, extremely hot peppers
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Suitable for garden beds, containers, and greenhouses
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Thrives in full sun and warm conditions
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Adaptable to well drained soils
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense
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Common Name (US): Aji Charapita
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Seed Type / Variety: Hot pepper variety
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Growth Habit: Perennial upright bush
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USDA Zones: 9–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring after last frost
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Growing Season: Late spring through fall
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Sowing Season: February–May indoors; transplant after frost
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Germination Time and Conditions: 10–21 days; warm soil 75–85°F
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well drained fertile soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate; consistent moisture during growth
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Mature Plant Size: 18–36 inches height; 12–18 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart