Dhara Seeds
African Bird's Eye Pepper Capsicum Frutescens Vegetable Seeds for Planting in Kitchen Garden and Containers
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Product Description
Add heat and flavor to your garden with African Bird's Eye Pepper (Capsicum frutescens), an heirloom variety known for its tiny but extremely hot fruits. Perfect for kitchen gardens, raised beds, or container planting, this Non-GMO pepper is ideal for sauces, salsas, pickling, and cooking. Easy to grow and high-yielding, suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features:
- Small, Hot Peppers: Extremely spicy red fruits ideal for sauces, salsas, and cooking.
- High Yield: Produces abundant peppers throughout the growing season.
- Heirloom & Non-GMO: Naturally cultivated for authentic heat and flavor.
- Versatile Planting: Suitable for kitchen gardens, raised beds, or containers.
- Easy to Grow: Minimal maintenance required for home gardeners.
- Nutrient-Rich: Packed with vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and bold flavor.
Specifications:
- Common Name (US): Pepper
- Scientific Name: Capsicum frutescens
- Variety: African Bird's Eye
- Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
- Fruit Color: Red
- Fruit Shape: Small, tapered
- Plant Type: Perennial in tropical climates (grown as annual in temperate zones)
- Height: 18–36 inches (45–90 cm)
- Spread: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6–8 hours/day)
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
- Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
- USDA Zones: 9–11 (grow as annual in cooler zones)
- Sowing Season: Early Spring indoors; transplant after frost
- Germination Time: 14–21 days at 70–85°F (21–29°C)
- Planting Depth: 1/4 inch (0.5 cm)
- Spacing Between Plants: 12–24 inches (30–60 cm)
- Maturity: 90–100 days from transplanting
- Maintenance: Stake if necessary; prune lightly to encourage branching
Planting Guide:
- Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost.
- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
- Keep seedlings warm (70–85°F / 21–29°C) with bright light.
- Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 12–24 inches apart.
- Provide full sun and fertile soil; water consistently.
- Harvest peppers when fully red for maximum heat and flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
A balanced organic fertilizer can help African Bird's Eye Pepper Capsicum Frutescens Vegetable plants grow healthier and produce better yields.
Yes, African Bird's Eye Pepper Capsicum Frutescens Vegetable seeds are beginner-friendly as long as they receive proper sunlight, watering, and and care.
African Bird's Eye Pepper Capsicum Frutescens Vegetable grows best in loose, fertile, and well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
Harvesting time for African Bird's Eye Pepper Capsicum Frutescens Vegetable varies but generally begins a few weeks to a few months after planting and depending on the variety.
Yes and African Bird's Eye Pepper Capsicum Frutescens Vegetable seeds can be grown in containers as long as the pot has drainage holes and receives adequate sunlight.
Non-GMO
Dharaseeds are Non-GMO and free from genetically modified organisms.
High Germination Rate
Tested for high viability to ensure successful sprouting.
Heirloom Variety
Open-pollinated seeds preserved for quality and authenticity.
Chemical-Free
Free from synthetic pesticides, herbicides, and additives.