Padron Pepper Seeds – 10 Mild Spanish Capsicum annuum Seeds for Planting

Padron peppers (Capsicum annuum) are a beloved Spanish heirloom prized for their mild, sweet flavor and occasional surprise kick. These small, wrinkled green peppers are traditionally pan-fried in olive oil and sprinkled with sea salt for a simple, delicious tapa. Easy to grow in warm, sunny gardens, Padron peppers are a rewarding choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Plants are compact and productive, yielding an abundance of thin-walled peppers that are typically harvested when 1 to 2 inches long. While most peppers are mild, an occasional one can be spicy, adding a fun element of surprise to your harvest. Padron peppers are perfect for container gardening, raised beds, or traditional vegetable plots.

Plant Features

• Mild, sweet flavor with occasional spicy peppers
• Compact plants suitable for containers or small gardens
• Prolific producer of small, thin-walled green peppers
• Traditional Spanish heirloom variety
• Excellent for frying, grilling, or eating fresh

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Plant Type: Annual vegetable (pepper)
• Sunlight: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-11 (grown as annual)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 18-24 inches
• Germination Requirements: Soil temperature 70-85°F (21-29°C)
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep consistently moist at 70-85°F. Germination typically occurs in 10-21 days. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant into individual pots and grow on in a sunny location. Harden off before transplanting outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.

Set plants 12-18 inches apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Harvest peppers when they reach 1-2 inches long; regular harvesting encourages continued production.

What's Included

10 Padron Pepper seeds (Capsicum annuum).