Padron Pepper Seeds produce compact, prolific plants known for their delicious and mildly spicy peppers. This popular Spanish pepper variety develops small green peppers that can range from mild to moderately hot, offering a unique culinary experience for home gardeners.
These seeds are easy to grow and perform well in warm-season conditions. Padron peppers are perfect for sautéing, roasting, or snacking fresh from the garden. The plants are vigorous, productive, and ideal for containers, raised beds, and outdoor garden plots. With strong germination and minimal maintenance, Padron Pepper Seeds are suitable for both beginner and experienced gardeners.
Features
- Produces flavorful Padron peppers with mild heat
- High germination and reliable growth
- Compact, productive plants ideal for home gardens
- Perfect for sautéing, roasting, and fresh snacking
- Suitable for containers, raised beds, and garden plots
- Easy-to-grow warm-season pepper variety
- Great for beginner and experienced gardeners
Specifications
- Common Name: Padron Pepper
- Seed Type: Pepper Seeds
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual
- GMO Status: Non-GMO
- Heirloom: Yes
- Growth Habit: Compact bushy plant
- USDA Zones: 5–11 (grown as annual)
- Season: Spring and Summer planting
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
- Days to Germination: 7–14 days
- Days to Maturity: 60–80 days
- Plant Spacing: 12–18 inches
- Row Spacing: 18–24 inches
- Plant Height: 18–24 inches
- Water Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Heat Level: Mild to moderate
- Uses: Cooking, roasting, fresh snacking, home gardening
Planting Guide
- Start Indoors: Begin seeds 6–8 weeks before last frost.
- Seed Depth: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix.
- Germination Temperature: 70–85°F for optimal sprouting.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost danger passes.
- Location: Choose a sunny, well-draining spot.
- Watering: Maintain consistent moisture without overwatering.
- Support: Staking optional, depending on plant size.
- Harvest: Pick peppers when 2–3 inches long and green for best flavor; some may turn red if left to mature.
