Chiltepin peppers are tiny but mighty, packing a spicy punch and often regarded as the "mother of all peppers." These wild, fiery peppers are a flavorful addition to any spice lover's garden. Perfect for salsa, hot sauces, or drying for a smoky seasoning, these peppers are a culinary treasure with an intriguing history.
Features
- Size and Shape: Tiny, round peppers measuring just about 0.5 cm, with vibrant green to red hues as they ripen.
- Heat Level: Exceptionally hot, with a Scoville rating ranging from 50,000 to 100,000.
- Growth Habit: Compact, bush-like plants that thrive in a variety of environments.
- Harvest Time: Ready for harvest within 80-100 days after planting.
Why You Should Grow Chiltepin Peppers
- Unique Flavor: Distinct smoky and earthy notes complement their intense heat.
- Wild Beauty: These peppers add ornamental value with their striking green-to-red transition.
- Versatile Use: Great for fresh use, drying, or as an eye-catching garnish.
- Cultural Heritage: Known as the original chili pepper, with roots in ancient culinary traditions.
Plant these rare and revered chiltepin seeds to experience the thrill of growing one of nature's hottest and most flavorful peppers!
Testimonials
My seedlings in a box were perfect. So sorry that most of your products are now sold out. Will definitely purchase again from this seller.
Samira · May 29, 2024
Carolina Reaper Pepper Plants - Chocolate
Transplants arrived healthy…I was fortunate to receive more peppers than ordered. Thank you! Will purchase again!
Rosetta · May 31, 2024
Lunchbox Snacking Pepper Plants
Still going absolutely loaded with blooms. I hope to stick them in a greenhouse and over winter them
Jonathan · August 27, 2023
Datil Pepper Plants
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Matt's Patch offers a carefully curated selection of plants, seeds, seedlings, and produce. Our focus is on providing good food and easy-to-grow vegetable and flower varieties for both novice and experienced gardeners.
If we sell it - we've grown it - and this allows us to offer variety specific growing advice and cut plants from our selection that don't meet our standards. Check out the Garden Graveyard for a list of varieties we no longer offer.
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