Chile Pequin

Chile Pequin, also known as Chile Tepin, or Turkey Pepper

Capsicum annuum

Family- Potato

Central Texas Ecoregions- Blackland Prairie, East Central Texas Plains, Edwards Plateau

Light Requirements- Sun, Part Shade, Shade

Wildlife Benefit- Bees, Birds, Nectar Insects

Bloom Time- May-October

Leaf Retention- Deciduous

Life Span- Perennial 

Height- 1.5’-3’’

Width- 1’-3’

Native Habitat- Riparian, Woodland

Additional Information- The edible Chile Pequin peppers might be small in size but they are very hot providing a great opportunity to spice up your dishes. On the Scoville Scale they are 5-20 times hotter than jalapenos ranging from 30,000-60,000 in Scoville Heat Units.  Birds also enjoy eating the peppers and are not bothered by the spice, and pollinators enjoy their blooms. They grow into small bush-like forms and can be planted in full sun to shade.

Biodegradable Pots

Whenever possible KNP uses biodegradable pots. They are a great alternative to plastic pots.  The biodegradable pots can be planted directly into the ground, this reduces transplant shock which makes for happy plants!

Biodegradable Pot Size Information

Small- 4” Wide Top, 2.5” Wide Base, 3.75” Tall (Similar to Standard 4” Pot)

Medium- 5.25” Wide Top, 3.25” Wide Base, 5” Tall

Large- 7" Wide Top, 4.5" Wide Base, 6.125" Tall (Similar to Gallon Size Pot)