{"product_id":"25-sandia-pepper-seeds-heirloom-new-mexico-chile-mild-medium-heat","title":"25 Sandia Pepper Seeds – Heirloom New Mexico Chile, Mild-Medium Heat","description":"\u003cp\u003eSandia peppers are a beloved New Mexico heirloom chile known for their meaty pods and mild-to-medium heat. The compact, bushy plants produce abundant 6- to 8-inch peppers that ripen from green to bright red, making them a versatile choice for home gardens, containers, and southwestern-style landscapes. Their flavor is rich and slightly sweet, perfect for roasting, stuffing, salsas, and drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, Sandia peppers thrive in warm weather and full sun. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a first-time grower, these seeds offer a rewarding harvest of flavorful chiles that bring authentic New Mexico taste to your kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety from New Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild-to-medium heat (1,500–2,500 Scoville units)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces 6–8 inch tapered peppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers mature from green to red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact plants suitable for containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6–8 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–11 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18–24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil temperature 75–85°F (24–29°C)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep consistently moist at 75–85°F. Germination typically occurs in 10–21 days. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant into larger pots or harden off and set in the garden after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProvide full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly, allowing the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Harvest peppers when they reach full size and desired color—green for a milder flavor or red for sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Sandia Pepper Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776119210294,"sku":"FOLIA-185","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6657042440_2xnf.jpg?v=1792467894","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-sandia-pepper-seeds-heirloom-new-mexico-chile-mild-medium-heat","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}