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Capsicum annuum 'Pequin'
Pepper, Pequin
Orginally from Mexico. These peppers work great in soups, salsas, and other sauces. It's even listed as an ingredient in Cholula Hot Sauce
- Tiny upright wild-type pepper
- Hot pepper with strong sharp heat
- Small fruits pack intense flavor
- Used dried, crushed, or in spicy sauces
- Category: Vegetables
- Hardiness Zone: 10-11
- Height: 24-36 in
- Spread: 18-24 in
- Spacing: 18 in
- Temperature: 50 to 95°F
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Growing & Maintenance Tips for Capsicum annuum 'Pequin'
Peppers need full sun, warm soil, and steady feeding for best yields. Transplant only after nights stay warm, mulch to conserve moisture, and avoid overwatering. Harvest sweet peppers at size or full color; hot peppers often intensify in flavor as they ripen.