Goats Weed Pepper Seeds produce a warm-season perennial chili plant commonly known in the United States as goats weed pepper. Plants develop upright or slightly bushy stems with small to medium intensely hot peppers. This vegetable thrives in full sun with well-drained fertile soil and is suitable for garden beds, raised plots, or container cultivation in warm temperate to subtropical climates. Consistent warmth and moderate moisture support steady fruit production throughout the growing season.
Features
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Warm-season perennial chili plant
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Upright or slightly bushy growth habit
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Produces small to medium intensely hot edible peppers
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Suitable for garden beds, raised plots, and containers
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Adapted to full sun and well-drained soil
Specifications
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Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum var. Goats Weed
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Common Name (US): Goats Weed Pepper
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Seed Type / Variety: Chili pepper type
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Growth Habit: Upright or bushy perennial
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USDA Zones: 9–11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
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Planting Season: Spring after frost
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Growing Season: Summer to early fall
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Sowing Season:
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February–April (indoor start)
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March–May (outdoor planting in warm regions)
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Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 75–85°F (24–29°C)
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Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-drained fertile soil, pH 6.0–6.8
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Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
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Mature Plant Size: 18–24 inches height; 12–18 inches spread
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Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches apart; rows 18–24 inches apart