25 Sandia Pepper Seeds – Heirloom New Mexico Chile, Mild-Medium Heat

Sandia 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.

Easy 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.

Plant Features

• Heirloom variety from New Mexico
• Mild-to-medium heat (1,500–2,500 Scoville units)
• Produces 6–8 inch tapered peppers
• Peppers mature from green to red
• Compact plants suitable for containers

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Plant Type: Annual pepper
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 18–24 inches
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart
• Germination Requirements: Soil temperature 75–85°F (24–29°C)

Planting & Care

Start 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.

Provide 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.

What's Included

25 Sandia Pepper Seeds