Intense Heat
Produces spicy peppers appreciated by chili enthusiasts and home cooks.
Datil Pepper Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Product description
Datil Pepper Seeds
Datil Pepper is a distinctive chili pepper known for its fruity, sweet flavor and intense heat. Traditionally associated with St. Augustine, Florida, this pepper produces elongated fruits that ripen from green to yellow-orange. It is popular for homemade hot sauces, salsas, marinades, and spicy culinary dishes.
Hot Chili Pepper
Fruity Flavor
Yellow-Orange Fruits
Culinary Variety
Key Features
Fruity, Sweet Flavor
Combines substantial heat with a distinctive fruity flavor and subtle sweetness.
Bright Ripe Fruits
Peppers typically mature from green to yellow-orange, adding vibrant color to the harvest.
Versatile Kitchen Use
Suitable for hot sauces, salsas, marinades, and other spicy recipes.
Product Highlights
Traditional Florida pepper variety
Fruity flavor with noticeable sweetness
High heat level
Yellow-orange fruits at maturity
Suitable for home vegetable gardens
Can be grown in suitable containers
Prefers warm growing conditions
Ideal for homemade hot sauces
Specifications
| Product Name | Datil Pepper Seeds |
| Scientific Name | Capsicum chinense |
| Common Name | Datil Pepper |
| Plant Family | Solanaceae |
| Plant Category | Vegetable; Chili Pepper |
| Fruit Color | Green when immature; yellow-orange when ripe |
| Fruit Shape | Elongated and tapered |
| Flavor | Fruity, sweet, and spicy |
| Heat Level | Hot; intensity varies by fruit and growing conditions |
| Sunlight | Full sun, generally 6–8 hours daily |
| Soil Requirements | Fertile, well-drained soil |
| Watering | Regular watering; avoid waterlogged soil |
| Planting Season | Start indoors before the last frost; transplant in warm weather |
| Germination Time | Approximately 10–30 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 75–85°F (24–29°C) |
| Growth Habit | Upright, branching pepper plant |
| Harvest Time | Often around 90–120 days after transplanting, depending on growing conditions |
| Primary Uses | Hot sauces, salsas, marinades, and spicy dishes |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Start the Seeds
Sow seeds indoors in a suitable seed-starting mix. Provide warm soil and consistent moisture to encourage germination.
Sow seeds indoors in a suitable seed-starting mix. Provide warm soil and consistent moisture to encourage germination.
Step 2: Provide Adequate Light
Place seedlings in a bright location or under grow lights to support strong, healthy growth.
Place seedlings in a bright location or under grow lights to support strong, healthy growth.
Step 3: Transplant Outdoors
After the danger of frost has passed, transplant seedlings into a sunny garden bed or suitable container. Harden off seedlings beforehand.
After the danger of frost has passed, transplant seedlings into a sunny garden bed or suitable container. Harden off seedlings beforehand.
Step 4: Water and Maintain
Grow plants in fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently and avoid excessive moisture around the roots.
Grow plants in fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently and avoid excessive moisture around the roots.
Step 5: Harvest Ripe Peppers
Harvest fruits when they develop their characteristic yellow-orange color. Wear gloves when handling hot peppers, and avoid touching your eyes.
Harvest fruits when they develop their characteristic yellow-orange color. Wear gloves when handling hot peppers, and avoid touching your eyes.
Grow Flavorful Datil Peppers at Home
Datil Pepper Seeds are a great choice for gardeners who enjoy distinctive, spicy peppers. With warm temperatures, full sunlight, and consistent care, these plants can produce flavorful yellow-orange peppers for homemade sauces, salsas, and other culinary creations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Discover more about Datil Pepper heat, fruit ripeness, and growing requirements.
How hot are Datil Peppers compared with other chili peppers?
Datil Peppers are known for their substantial heat and fruity sweetness. They are often reported at approximately 100,000–300,000 Scoville Heat Units, although actual heat varies. Their combination of spice and fruity flavor makes them popular for hot sauces and other bold recipes.
How can you tell when Datil Peppers are ripe?
Datil Peppers typically ripen from green to yellow-orange. The ripe fruits develop their characteristic color and are ready to harvest when they reach the expected mature size and appearance. Pick them carefully to avoid damaging the plant.
Can Datil Pepper plants grow in containers?
Yes, Datil Pepper plants can grow in containers when provided with adequate root space, drainage holes, fertile potting mix, and plenty of sunlight. Use a suitably sized pot and water regularly, allowing excess water to drain freely.