Chiltepin Pepper (Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum) Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate Height: 24-36 inches Description: Chiltepin Pepper, also known as Bird's Eye Pepper, produces small, round fruits that pack a spicy punch. Native to Texas and the Southwest, it thrives in hot, dry conditions and is favored for its heat and flavor in local cuisines. Planting Tips: Plant in well-drained soil. Space plants 12-18 inches apart. Provide consistent moisture, especially during dry spells. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring to Early Summer Nativity to Texas: Yes Habanero Pepper (Capsicum chinense 'Habanero') Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate Height: 24-36 inches Description: Habanero Pepper is renowned for its fiery heat and fruity flavor, making it a favorite in spicy dishes and salsas. It thrives in warm climates and requires ample sunlight and consistent watering to produce its characteristic wrinkled, lantern-shaped fruits. Planting Tips: Plant in fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants 18-24 inches apart. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring to Early Summer Nativity to Texas: No Jalapeño Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Jalapeño') Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate Height: 24-30 inches Description: Jalapeño Pepper is prized for its medium heat and versatility in culinary applications, from salsas to poppers. It thrives in warm climates and requires regular watering to produce its iconic green, sometimes turning red, conical fruits. Planting Tips: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil. Space plants 12-18 inches apart. Provide consistent moisture and support for heavier fruiting. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring to Early Summer Nativity to Texas: No Lunchbox Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Lunchbox') Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate Height: 12-18 inches Description: Lunchbox Pepper produces small, sweet fruits that are perfect for snacking, salads, and lunchboxes. It grows well in containers and garden beds, requiring regular watering and a sunny location to thrive and produce abundant harvests of colorful peppers. Planting Tips: Plant in fertile, well-drained soil. Space plants 12-15 inches apart. Mulch to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring to Early Summer Nativity to Texas: No Poblano Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Poblano') Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate Height: 18-24 inches Description: Poblano Pepper is known for its mild to moderate heat and rich flavor, ideal for stuffing, roasting, or adding depth to sauces. It thrives in warm climates and benefits from consistent moisture and well-drained soil to produce its large, heart-shaped fruits. Planting Tips: Plant in fertile, loamy soil. Space plants 18-24 inches apart. Provide support for larger plants and fruit clusters. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring to Early Summer Nativity to Texas: No Banana Pepper (Capsicum annuum) Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate; consistent moisture for best fruit production Height: 18–24 inches tall, 12–18 inches wide Bloom Time/Harvest Time: Summer through Fall Description:Banana pepper is a productive, mild chili known for its elongated, pale yellow fruits that mature to orange or red. Crisp and slightly sweet, it is excellent fresh, pickled, or sautéed. Plants are compact and heavy-yielding in warm weather. Planting Tips: Plant in well-drained, fertile soil. Space 18–24 inches apart. Harvest yellow for mild flavor or allow to ripen for added sweetness. Feed regularly during flowering and fruiting. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring/Summer for Fall Nativity to Texas: No Olympus Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Olympus') Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate Height: 18–24 inches Harvest Time: 65–75 days Description:Olympus is a reliable, early-maturing bell pepper variety that produces large, blocky fruits with thick walls and a crisp, juicy texture. The peppers mature from green to a rich red, making them perfect for slicing, stuffing, or grilling. Known for its strong disease resistance and consistent yields, Olympus thrives in warm climates and performs well in Texas gardens. Planting Tips: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting. Space 18–24 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil. Keep soil evenly moist and mulch to retain moisture. Harvest when fruits are firm and fully colored. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring Nativity to Texas: No ______________________________________________________________________________________ Sweet Goddess Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Sweet Goddess') Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate Height: 18–24 inches Harvest Time: 65–75 days Description:Sweet Goddess is a beautiful banana-type pepper known for its smooth, elongated fruits that ripen from pale yellow to orange and finally a rich red. These sweet, mild peppers are perfect for fresh snacking, pickling, or cooking. The vigorous plants are productive and disease-resistant, performing especially well in hot climates like Texas. Planting Tips: Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Transplant into well-drained, fertile soil spaced 18–24 inches apart. Water consistently and mulch to help retain moisture. Harvest when the desired ripeness and color is reached. Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring Nativity to Texas: No ______________________________________________________________________________________ California Wonder Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) Sun Requirements: Full Sun Water Requirements: Moderate, consistent watering Height: 18–24 inches Bloom Time/Harvest Time: Summer Description:A classic sweet bell pepper producing thick-walled, blocky fruits that mature from green to bright red. Crisp, mild, and flavorful, they are excellent for fresh eating, stuffing, grilling, and cooking. Compact plants are productive and well suited to garden beds or containers. Planting Tips: Plant in warm soil after danger of frost has passed Harvest green for milder flavor or allow to ripen red for sweetness Provide steady moisture and fertile soil for best yields Ideal Season for Planting in Texas: Spring/Summer for Fall Nativity to Texas: No ______________________________________________________________________________________ MYSTERY PEPPER! 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