{"product_id":"barker-hot-pepper-seeds-25-heirloom-chili-vegetable-seeds-for-planting","title":"Barker Hot Pepper Seeds – 25 Heirloom Chili Vegetable Seeds for Planting","description":"\u003cp\u003eBarker Hot Pepper is a distinctive heirloom chili prized by gardeners for its fiery heat and adaptability. This Capsicum annuum variety produces slender, pointed peppers that mature from green to a deep red, offering a bold, spicy flavor perfect for salsas, sauces, and drying. The compact plants are well-suited to container growing and garden beds, making them a versatile choice for both beginner and experienced growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith 25 seeds per packet, you can start a generous crop of these hot peppers and enjoy a long harvest season. Whether you're adding heat to your favorite recipes or exploring heirloom varieties, Barker Hot Pepper is a rewarding addition to any vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom chili pepper variety with intense heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers mature from green to red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact plants suitable for containers or garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile for fresh use, cooking, and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated seeds for seed saving\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 (perennial in frost-free zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\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 in cooler zones)\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart Barker Hot Pepper seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix and maintain a soil temperature of 70–85°F for best germination. Provide bright light and keep the medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or harden them off for garden planting after the danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet plants in full sun with well-drained soil, spacing them 18–24 inches apart. Water regularly, especially during dry spells, and mulch to conserve moisture. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Harvest peppers when they reach full size and desired color; frequent picking encourages continued production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Barker Hot Pepper seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67862008529206,"sku":"FSG-151","price":11.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7614630548_msub.jpg?v=1793267726","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/barker-hot-pepper-seeds-25-heirloom-chili-vegetable-seeds-for-planting","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}