Chocolate Bhutlah pepper seeds grow into vigorous, upright plants known for their strong branching habit and long season growth. This pepper type is adapted to warm climates and requires consistent heat to develop fully. Plants perform well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers when provided with full sun and well drained soil. Seeds are typically started indoors and transplanted outdoors after temperatures remain reliably warm, making them suitable for growers with extended growing seasons.
Features
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Upright, branching growth habit
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Adapted to warm and long growing seasons
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Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
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Requires consistent heat and sunlight
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Long season annual pepper plant
Specifications
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Scientific name: Capsicum chinense
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Common name (US): Pepper
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Seed type / variety: Chocolate Bhutlah
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Growth habit: Upright, branching annual plant
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USDA hardiness zones: 9 to 11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)
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Planting season: Spring
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Sowing season:
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Zones 3 to 6: February to March indoors
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Zones 7 to 8: January to February indoors
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Zones 9 to 11: December to January indoors or direct sow after frost
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Germination time and conditions: 14 to 28 days; warm soil temperatures between 75 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit
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Sunlight requirements: Full sun
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Soil requirements: Well drained soil with moderate organic matter
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Watering needs: Regular watering; soil kept evenly moist but not saturated
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Mature plant size: 30 to 40 inches in height, 18 to 24 inches spread
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Plant spacing: 18 to 24 inches between plants