Xochiteco Pepper Seeds
Xochiteco Pepper Seeds
10+ Seeds. Pepper seeds are packaged in 10 packs. For bulk orders, please request bulk packaging.
- 10% off 10+
Description:
Description:
If you want a pepper that’s bursting at the seams with flavor, then look no further than the Xochiteco pepper! Native to Mexico, these tiny peppers grow beautifully on slender plants, but also pack a punch with heat levels reaching as high as 20,000 SHUs!
Xochiteco peppers are smooth pods that resemble a Pequin pepper, but they don’t grow to point upward. These plants reach anywhere from 3 to 4 ft. tall and are very productive, growing many teardrop-shaped peppers that average out to roughly 1” long. Peppers will ripen from green to red, and when ripe, the tiny pods will easily slip off the branch.
Use Xochiteco peppers to make a nice fruity hot sauce or chop these peppers up and cook them into stir-fries and soups. These juicy, delectable peppers are also a great addition to fresh salads and other foods.
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Specifications:
Specifications:
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Heat Level:
- Packet Quantity: 10+ Seeds. Pepper seeds are packaged in 10 packs. For bulk orders, please request bulk packaging.
- Plant Size: 4 ft.
- Pod Size: > 1 in.
- Days to Harvest: 90 - 99 days
- Origin: Mexico
- Species: Annuum
- SHU: 5,000-20,000
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
- #2 Pencil 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.
