NuMex Twilight

Family: Solanaceae Ornamental Pepper

Planting Schedule

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A living jewel for the patio—NuMex Twilight peppers unfurl in a mesmerizing gradient, shifting from deep violet-purple to sunset orange and finally to vivid scarlet.

The fruits are smooth and glossy with a gently tapered shape, offering a crisp, bright bite that’s prized for fresh accent and for turning into vibrant, colorful sauces and pickles. Compact, tidy plants make a spectacular ornamental display while delivering abundant, lantern-like peppers from summer into fall.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Upright

Botanical illustration of NuMex Twilight

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NuMex Twilight Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 6th	Jul 20th	Oct 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 23rd – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 23rd – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 31st	Jul 14th	Sep 27th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 27th	Jul 10th	Sep 23rd – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 25th	Jul 8th	Sep 21st – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Sep 16th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 16th	Jun 29th	Sep 12th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Sep 9th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 7th	Jun 20th	Sep 3rd – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 2nd	Jun 15th	Aug 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 20th	Jun 5th	Aug 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 11th	May 27th	Aug 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 2nd	May 18th	Aug 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 16th	May 1st	Jul 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 22nd	Apr 6th	Jun 20th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

NuMex Twilight’s lantern-shaped fruit gives you color plus a crisp, fruity pepper snap—heat that builds without turning bitter. It chops clean for fresh bowls and pickles, and it blends smoothly into vibrant sauces where the flavor stays bright instead of muddy.

Best Uses

slice into fresh salsas and chopped salad for color and crunchy heat
quick-pickle thin rings for tangy, candy-bright bite
blend into hot sauces where you want a fruity pepper note without heaviness
roast briefly and chop for char-kissed relish and sandwich heat

Flavor Profile

crisp, bright snap with mild-to-medium heat fruity pepper flavor that leans slightly sweet smooth, glossy flesh that stays tidy when chopped clean finish with a lingering warming bite

Kitchen Pairings

lime garlic white vinegar cilantro smoked paprika cheddar

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most commonly affects Capsicum annuum (NuMex Twilight), and how do I manage it?

A frequent problem is aphids and/or spider mites feeding on Solanaceae leaves, which can cause leaf stippling and curled growth. Rinse plants with a strong stream of water first, then spray insecticidal soap (especially undersides) and repeat every 5–7 days for 2–3 rounds if needed. If you see wilting with dark, water-soaked stem areas near the soil line, remove affected plants and avoid watering from above to reduce spread.

How often should I water NuMex Twilight during its main growing phase?

During flowering and fruit set, keep the root zone evenly moist but not soggy—aim for watering when the top 1 inch of soil dries out. In typical home gardens, this often means about 1–2 inches of water per week total (more during heat waves), delivered deeply so moisture reaches the main root mass. Stop short of standing water, because Capsicum annuum is prone to root stress in constantly wet soil.

How can I tell when NuMex Twilight peppers are ready to harvest?

Harvest when the fruits reach full size and have turned to their mature color, which usually takes about 75 days from transplanting to harvest timing for this type. Pick by snipping or cutting the stem (rather than pulling) when pods are firm and glossy, and continue harvesting regularly to encourage more fruit set.