Chile Pequin Pepper Seeds
Chile Pequin Pepper Seeds
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Heat Level:
- Grower Experience Level: Intermediate
- A.K.A: Turkey Pepper, Chilipiquin, Bird Pepper, Bird's Eye Pepper
- Plant Size: 4 ft.
- Pod Size: > 1 in.
- Days to Harvest: 100 - 109 days
- Origin: Mexico
- Species: Annuum
- SHU: 30,000-50,000+
Each pepper seed pack includes 10+ seeds. For orders with more than 1,000 seeds, please request bulk packaging.
Description:
Description:
🌶️ About the Pequin Pepper
Also known as Turkey Pepper, Chili Pequin, or even Cayenne in some regions (though the Pequin is hotter) The Pepper is a small, pointed chili with big flavor. Native to Mexico and Southern Texas, this fiery pepper is often found growing wild and is cherished for its ornamental beauty and culinary versatility.
🌿 Plant Characteristics
The Chile Pequin plant reaches up to 4 feet tall and is known for its heavy yield. The peppers mature from green to bright red or red-orange, measuring about ¾ inch long. Pods can appear smooth or slightly wrinkled, giving each plant its own character.
Germination tip: Pequin seeds can take 2–4 weeks (sometimes longer) to sprout, but your patience will pay off with stunning plants and spicy fruit! Explore our Seed Starting Supplies Collection to help you get started!
🔥 Flavor & Heat Level
Don’t let their tiny size fool you, Pequin peppers pack serious heat, often 8–10 times hotter than a jalapeño. Their flavor is citrusy, nutty, and smoky, making them ideal for salsas, soups, and hot sauces. Pequin peppers are known to contribute to the signature flavor found in sauces like Cholula® Hot Sauce.
Culinary Uses
Use fresh or dried Pequin peppers to:
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Spice up soups, salsas, and stews
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Create your own pepper-infused vinegars or oils
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Pickle them for a tangy kick
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Add visual appeal to ornamental gardens
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Growing Instructions
Growing Instructions
Getting Started
So, you've received your seeds and are wondering what's next? At Pepper Joe's, we're committed to equipping you with everything you need to succeed in germinating the pepper seeds you've chosen. Our mission is to introduce you to a diverse array of pepper varieties, setting the stage for an exciting and rewarding gardening experience. Let's dive into the essentials together.
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What You'll Need
Seed Starting SuppliesSoil and Tray Method
- Water
- Seed Starting Soil Mix of Choice (seed starting mix is different than potting soil.)
- Seed Germination Tray
- Humidity Dome
- Heat Mat
- Temperature Controller
- Plant Light
- Plant Labels
- Dibber or similar object
- Gloves (optional, but if you're dealing with super-hot peppers, oil may still be on the seed)
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Plant your Seeds
- Pre-saturate your seed starting soil mix. Ensure the seed starting mix is fully saturated prior to planting your seed.
- Make a ¼-inch hole in the center of each seed starting cell. A #2 pencil eraser is a great tool for making these holes.
- Place your seed and cover gently with soil.
You can plant up to 4 seeds per cell to help ensure successful germination.
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Starting Peppers from Seed4. Place your heat mat under your base tray and your humidity dome on top. For best results, set your temperature controller between 75 - 80 degrees.
5. Place your plant light above the seed starting tray and turn on. Refer to the plant light manufacturers instructions for the optimal distance. Plant light should remain on for 14 to 16 hours per day.
6. Enjoy watching them grow! See our full instruction page below for more information.
