Harris Seeds Pepper Chile Seed
Best choice for home gardeners wanting reliable, flavorful chiles for cooking.
This is the gold standard for home-grown chiles, delivering the perfect balance of mild heat and meaty texture for roasting or rellenos. While you sacrifice the complexity of super-hot varieties, you gain a reliable, disease-resistant harvest that consistently produces uniform, restaurant-quality fruit.
$14.58
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Harris Seeds
Who it's for
- Market gardeners prioritizing high-volume, consistent crop production
- Home growers seeking reliable harvests in disease-prone environments
- Commercial farmers needing uniform produce for retail presentation
Who should skip it
- Seed savers wanting to propagate plants for future seasons
- Budget-conscious gardeners looking for low-cost planting options
- Casual growers preferring low-maintenance, flexible gardening routines
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Intermediate resistance to TMV provides a reliable safety net for growers.
Culinary Versatility
Perfectly suited for roasting, grilling, and classic chile relleno preparations.
Yield Uniformity
Consistent fruit size ensures a predictable and professional-looking harvest every time.
Flavor Profile
Balanced mild heat delivers a rich, satisfying chili taste for fresh use.
Germination Reliability
Film-coated treatment enhances seed protection and simplifies the starting process.
Growth Efficiency
Seventy-two day maturation offers a swift turnaround for seasonal vegetable gardens.
Key Specs
Seed Type
FILM COATED / TREATED
Available Size
50 seeds
Maturation Days
72 Days
Soil Temperature
80-85°F
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5"
Germination Days
10-20 Days
Planting Method
Transplant
Spacing in Row
12-24"
Spacing Between Rows
2-3'
Seed Count
50
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