Long Red Hot Chili Pepper Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Long Red Hot Chili pepper seeds produce upright, warm-season plants commonly grown as annuals. Plants develop a branching growth habit and are suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and container cultivation. This variety performs best in warm climates with full sun exposure and a long growing season. It adapts well to a range of soil conditions when drainage and fertility are maintained and benefits from consistent moisture throughout the growing period.

Features

• Upright, branching growth habit

• Warm-season annual plant

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers

• Performs well in warm and temperate climates

• Adaptable to well-drained soils with regular care

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum

• Common Name (US): Pepper

• Seed Type / Variety: Long Red Hot Chili

• Growth Habit: Upright, bushy annual

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 11 (grown as an annual)

• Planting Season: Spring after last frost

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoors: February to April

  • Outdoors: April to June

• Germination Time and Conditions: 7 to 14 days; soil temperature 70 to 85 F

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with organic matter

• Watering Needs: Regular watering; consistent moisture without waterlogging

• Mature Plant Size: 24 to 36 inches tall, 18 to 24 inches spread

• Plant Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart