{"product_id":"sandia-hot-pepper-seeds-25-new-mexico-red-chile-garden-seeds","title":"Sandia Hot Pepper Seeds – 25 New Mexico Red Chile Garden Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eSandia Hot Pepper Seeds produce a popular New Mexico-type chile known for its medium-hot flavor and dependable yields. This variety is a favorite among gardeners who enjoy roasting, drying, or using fresh chiles in salsas, sauces, and Southwestern dishes. The plants grow vigorously and set elongated, tapered peppers that mature from green to a deep red, offering versatility in the kitchen and garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a seasoned chile grower or just starting, Sandia peppers are a rewarding choice for home gardens, raised beds, and containers. Their compact to medium-sized plants fit well in smaller spaces, and the peppers can be harvested at either the green or red stage depending on your preferred flavor and heat level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-hot chile with a classic New Mexico flavor profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers mature from green to bright red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProductive plants that perform well in warm climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile for fresh use, roasting, drying, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive addition to vegetable gardens and patio containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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 vegetable (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 rich in organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)\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 18-30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Sandia pepper seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds about 1\/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix, keeping the soil consistently moist and warm (75-85°F) for best germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or harden them off gradually before moving to the garden after all danger of frost has passed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly, especially during flowering and fruiting, but avoid overwatering. Mulching helps retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to set fruit. Peppers can be harvested green or allowed to ripen to red for a sweeter, slightly hotter flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e25 Sandia Hot Pepper Seeds (New Mexico Red Chile).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739785298230,"sku":"EDNA-542","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7787794965_7a4y.jpg?v=1792115827","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/sandia-hot-pepper-seeds-25-new-mexico-red-chile-garden-seeds","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}