{"product_id":"serrano-tampiqueno-pepper-seeds-hot-mexican-heirloom-chili-25-seeds","title":"Serrano Tampiqueño Pepper Seeds – Hot Mexican Heirloom Chili – 25 Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eSerrano Tampiqueño is a classic Mexican heirloom chili prized for its bright, crisp flavor and reliable heat. The plants produce abundant clusters of slender, dark green peppers that mature to a vibrant red, offering a versatile harvest for fresh salsas, pickling, and traditional Mexican dishes. This variety is well-suited to garden beds, raised beds, and containers, making it a productive choice for home gardeners who enjoy spicy peppers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith a compact, bushy growth habit, Serrano Tampiqueño performs well in warm, sunny locations and delivers a steady supply of peppers throughout the season. Whether you are a seasoned chili grower or new to growing peppers from seed, this heirloom variety is a rewarding addition to the vegetable garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom Mexican chili variety with a compact, bushy growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces slender, dark green peppers that ripen to red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOffers a hot, crisp flavor ideal for salsas, sauces, and pickling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-suited for garden beds, raised beds, and container growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a productive harvest throughout the growing season\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 vegetable (perennial in frost-free climates)\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\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy\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 12–18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart Serrano Tampiqueño seeds indoors 6–8 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) to encourage germination. Once seedlings have developed several sets of true leaves and the danger of frost has passed, harden them off gradually before transplanting into the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging. Mulching around the plants can help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Peppers can be harvested green or allowed to ripen to red for a sweeter, more intense flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Serrano Tampiqueño pepper seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67726880145718,"sku":"BOTAN4-072","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7651060816_e77z.jpg?v=1791980088","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/serrano-tampiqueno-pepper-seeds-hot-mexican-heirloom-chili-25-seeds","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}