Premium Bonnet Seeds produce compact, bushy plants with vibrant, flavorful peppers ideal for cooking, sauces, and fresh use. These non-GMO seeds are easy to grow in home gardens, raised beds, or containers. Known for strong germination, continuous fruiting, and high yield, Bonnet peppers are perfect for gardeners seeking productive and versatile vegetables.
Features:
- Premium non-GMO Bonnet pepper seeds
- Compact, bushy plants with vibrant fruits
- High germination and vigorous plant growth
- Suitable for home gardens, raised beds, or containers
- Ideal for sauces, cooking, and fresh consumption
Specifications
- Common Name: Bonnet Pepper
- Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Heirloom: Not specified
- Organic: Not specified
- Growth Habit: Compact, bushy plants
- Season: Spring through summer
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown as annual elsewhere)
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-draining soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Soil Temperature for Germination: 70–85°F
- Plant Spacing: 18–24 inches
- Row Spacing: 24–36 inches
- Days to Maturity: 90–110 days
- Special Characteristics: High-yield, heat-tolerant, container-friendly, flavorful fruits
Planting Guide
- When to Plant:
- Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost
- Transplant outdoors once temperatures are consistently warm
- How to Plant:
- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix
- Maintain warm and evenly moist soil until germination
- Sunlight:
- Full sun ensures vigorous growth and fruiting
- Watering:
- Water consistently at the base of the plant
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root stress
- Maintenance:
- Support plants if fruit load is heavy
- Mulch to retain moisture and reduce soil-borne issues
- Prune selectively to improve airflow
- Harvesting:
- Harvest peppers when fully colored and firm
- Frequent picking encourages continuous production