50+ Pequin Chili Pepper Seeds | Hot Piquin Bird Pepper | Non-GMO USA Grown | Spicy Heirloom

Grow your own fiery Pequin Chili Peppers, also known as Bird Peppers, from these premium Non-GMO seeds. These small, cone-shaped peppers pack a significant heat punch, measuring 40,000-60,000 Scoville Heat Units, making them perfect for adding intense spice to salsas, hot sauces, and culinary dishes. The compact, bushy plants are highly productive and ornamental, producing abundant tiny red peppers that mature from green to vibrant red.

Plant Information:
- Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum 'Pequin'
- Type: Hot pepper, annual in most climates (perennial in frost-free zones)
- Fruit Size: Approximately 0.5-1 inch long
- Maturity: 90-100 days to harvest
- Plant Height: 1-2 feet tall, compact growth habit

Growing Requirements:
- USDA Hardiness Zones: Grown as annual in zones 4-11, perennial in zones 9-11
- Light: Full sun (6-8 hours daily minimum)
- Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil with pH 6.0-6.8
- Water: Regular watering, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
- Spacing: 12-18 inches between plants
- Germination: Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, soil temperature 75-85°F for optimal germination

Culinary Uses: Excellent for drying, pickling, making hot sauce, chili powder, or adding fresh to dishes where intense heat is desired. The peppers can be used fresh or dried, maintaining their heat when preserved.

Seeds are sourced and packed in the USA. Each order contains 50+ viable seeds with high germination rates. Perfect for home gardeners, container growing, or as a productive ornamental plant.