Rocoto seeds are perfect for gardeners seeking hot, flavorful peppers with a unique fruit shape and thick walls. This easy-to-plant variety grows upright, compact plants that produce vibrant, high-heat peppers suitable for fresh eating, cooking, and preserving. Rocoto peppers are known for their adaptability to warm climates and reliability in home gardens. These non-GMO seeds provide strong germination and steady growth for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.
Features
- High-heat, flavorful pepper variety
- Upright, compact plants for home gardens
- Non-GMO seeds with reliable germination
- Produces thick-walled, uniform fruits
- Adaptable to garden beds, raised beds, and containers
- Ideal for both beginner and experienced gardeners
Specifications
- Common Name: Rocoto Pepper Seeds
- Plant Type: Warm-season annual
- Growth Habit: Upright bush
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Heirloom: No
- Organic: Not specified (conventional non-GMO)
- Season: Late spring to summer
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–11 (grown as summer annual)
- Light Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil
- Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
- Maturity: 80–100 days from transplant
- Spacing: 18–24 inches between plants
- Temperature: Ideal soil temperature 70–85°F
Planting Guide
- When to Plant: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost. Transplant outdoors once soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.
- How to Plant: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix. Keep soil consistently moist and warm for uniform germination.
- Sunlight: Provide 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Transplanting: Harden off seedlings before planting outdoors. Space 18–24 inches apart.
- Support: Optional staking for heavier fruit loads.
- Harvesting: Pick peppers when fully colored and firm. Regular harvesting encourages more fruit.
