Sepia Snake Red Pepper Capsicum Chinense Vegetable Seeds for Planting in Backyard Gardening and Garden Rows

Pepper Seeds - Sepia Snake Red Variety

Add bold heat and unique flavor to your garden with Sepia Snake Red Pepper (Capsicum chinense), an heirloom variety known for its long, deep red, extremely hot fruits. Perfect for backyard gardens or garden rows, this Non-GMO pepper is ideal for making sauces, salsas, pickling, and cooking. High-yielding and easy to grow, suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Features:

1. Long, Hot Fruits: Deep red peppers with extreme heat, perfect for sauces and culinary use.
2. High Yield: Produces abundant peppers throughout the growing season.
3. Heirloom & Non-GMO: Naturally cultivated for authentic flavor and spiciness.
4. Versatile Planting: Suitable for backyard gardens or garden rows.
5. Easy to Grow: Minimal maintenance required for home gardeners.
6. Nutrient-Rich: Packed with vitamins A and C, antioxidants, and bold flavor.

Specifications:

1. Common Name (US): Pepper
2. Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense
3. Variety: Sepia Snake Red
4. Seed Type: Heirloom, Non-GMO
5. Fruit Color: Deep Red
6. Fruit Shape: Long, slender, snake-like
7. Plant Type: Perennial in tropical climates (grown as annual in temperate zones)
8. Height: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)
9. Spread: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
10. Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6–8 hours/day)
11. Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter
12. Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
13. USDA Zones: 9–11 (grow as annual in cooler zones)
14. Sowing Season: Early Spring indoors; transplant after frost
15. Germination Time: 14–21 days at 70–85°F (21–29°C)
16. Planting Depth: 1/4 inch (0.5 cm)
17. Spacing Between Plants: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
18. Maturity: 90–100 days from transplanting
19. Maintenance: Stake if necessary; prune lightly to encourage branching

Planting Guide:

1. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost.
2. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in moist, well-draining soil.
3. Keep seedlings warm (70–85°F / 21–29°C) with bright light.
4. Transplant outdoors after frost, spacing 18–24 inches apart.
5. Provide full sun and fertile soil; water consistently.
6. Harvest peppers when fully deep red for maximum heat and flavor.