Chimayo Heirloom Pepper Seeds come from one of the oldest traditional pepper varieties grown in New Mexico. This heirloom Capsicum annuum produces slender, bright red peppers with a mild-to-medium heat level and a uniquely rich, earthy flavor perfect for roasting, drying, and grinding into chili powder.
These Non-GMO seeds are ideal for gardeners who want authentic Southwestern flavor right from their home garden. Chimayo pepper plants thrive in warm climates, full sun, and well-drained soil, making them a reliable option for both new and experienced growers. Excellent for salsas, sauces, seasoning blends, and traditional dishes.
Features
- Authentic heirloom Chimayo pepper variety
- Mild-to-medium heat with rich, earthy flavor
- Non-GMO, high-quality seeds
- Great for roasting, drying, and chili powder
- Ideal for home gardens, raised beds, and containers
- Heat-tolerant and easy to grow
- High-yielding plants with bright red pods
Specifications
- Common Name: Chimayo Pepper Seeds
- Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- Type: Heirloom, warm-season annual
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Season: Spring and summer planting
- USDA Zones: 4–12
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
- Heat Level: Mild–medium
- Days to Germination: 7–14 days
- Days to Maturity: 80–100 days
- Plant Height: 18–30 inches
- Spacing: 12–18 inches
- Watering: Moderate, avoid waterlogging
- Uses: Roasting, drying, seasoning, sauces, chili powder
- Growth Habit: Upright bushy plant
Planting Guide
- Start Indoors: Sow 6–8 weeks before last expected frost.
- Sowing Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep.
- Transplant: Move outdoors once soil warms and frost risk passes.
- Sunlight: Provide full sun for best growth and flavor development.
- Watering: Keep soil lightly moist; do not oversaturate.
- Feeding: Use balanced fertilizer as plants begin fruiting.
- Harvest: Pick peppers when they turn deep red for best flavor.
