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Texas Chiltepin · Hot Pepper

Zone 6a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Texas Chiltepin to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 6th
Last FrostMay 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 26th
Harvest BeginsSep 24th
Harvest EndsOct 10th

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 60°F and nights stay above 50°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 10 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)80
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start seeds indoors early, then wait to transplant until soil is reliably warm (around 60°F+) to avoid cold-stunting despite the plant being very productive in heat.