Chiltepin "Bird" Pepper Seed Pack

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Bird Pepper:Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum George Washington wrote in his diary on August 31, 1785 “And the Bird pepper which was sowed in the botanical garden on the 13th of J une was just making its appearance and thick.” The plant has attractive foliage and fruits and because of this was often used as a houseplant during the 18th and 19th centuries. This hot pepper needs full sun and well-drained soil. Beginning in summer, the plants produce small, white flowers followed by small spherical to egg-shaped fruits that grow 1/4”-1/2” long. The fruit starts out green and turns red at maturity, usually 75-85 days from germination. Sow seeds indoors 8-12 weeks before the last frost date. Plant ¼” deep and place the trays or pots on a heat mat at 75-80°F. Seeds germinate in 7-10 days. Harden off the seedlings before planting them outside, 3-4 weeks after the last frost. Plant 12-18” apart. USDA Zones 2-11. Show more