{"product_id":"pepper-chili-chiltepin-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Pepper Chili Chiltepin 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003eChiltepin Chili Pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e brings tiny, nearly round fruit and bold heat to your garden. This packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e100 non-GMO, heirloom, open-pollinated seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. Often called the “mother of all chiles,” Chiltepin has a long culinary tradition in Mexican and Southwestern cooking. Grow it in garden plots, raised beds, or suitably sized containers, then use the harvested peppers sparingly to season salsa, beans, and other dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50,000-100,000 Scoville Heat Units.\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat varies with individual fruit and growing conditions. These are very hot peppers; start with a small amount.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexas Minimum Germination Rate: 55%\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Chiltepin Chili Pepper?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive small fruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tiny, nearly round peppers set this variety apart from larger tapered chilies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrated heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e A little harvested pepper goes a long way in salsa and seasoning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen versatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use fresh peppers or dry harvested fruit using reliable food-preservation guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom and open-pollinated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds saved from properly isolated plants can help maintain variety characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart warm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds about 1\/4 inch deep in a well-draining seed-starting mix. Keep warm and evenly moist, never waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBe patient:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chiltepin germination can be slow and uneven. Do not discard a planting simply because it does not emerge as quickly as common garden peppers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransplant gradually:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide bright light after emergence, harden plants off, and transplant after frost danger has passed and soil has warmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow room:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide room for branching growth. Use containers with drainage holes and sufficient root space.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManage water and sun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use well-drained soil, water consistently, and watch for stress during intense heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed and support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow fertilizer label directions and support branches as needed. Avoid excessive nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandle carefully:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wear gloves when handling cut peppers. Avoid eyes and skin, wash tools afterward, and keep peppers away from children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidsgardenseeds.com\/blogs\/news\/safe-seed-pledge\" style=\"color:#0000ee;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh salsa:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crush a small amount into tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lime, then adjust cautiously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeasoning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Add a little crushed harvested pepper to cooked beans, soups, or sauces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrying:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow reliable drying and storage guidance for harvested peppers. Avoid inhaling pepper dust.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;font-weight:bold;\"\u003eOrder Chiltepin Chili Pepper Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant 100 seeds and grow tiny peppers with big flavor and fiery heat.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvested peppers, not planting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chiltepin is typically used in small seasoning amounts rather than large vegetable servings. Its nutrient contribution depends on the quantity and preparation; variety-specific nutrition values are not provided.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat, fruit size, germination timing, and yield vary with growing conditions. The Scoville range is approximate, not a guarantee.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep planting seeds cool, dry, and dark. Seeds are sold for planting, not eating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Protect plants from frost and use local growing guidance to plan sowing and transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align:center;color:#006400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eGrow something beautiful. Grow something delicious. Grow with David's Garden Seeds®.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Chiltepin Tomato Salsa\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse harvested Chiltepin peppers, not planting seeds. Makes about 2 cups, approximately 8 servings. Prep time: 15 minutes. Rest time: 10 minutes. No cooking required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 pound ripe tomatoes, cored and finely diced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 fresh Chiltepin pepper, stem removed and finely crushed; start with half if sensitive to heat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 cup finely diced white onion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus more to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWash hands and rinse produce under running water. Wear gloves to prepare the Chiltepin and avoid touching your face.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a clean bowl.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir in a small amount of crushed pepper. Rest for 10 minutes, taste cautiously, and add more only if desired.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServe with chips, tacos, or cooked beans. Wash hands, utensils, and work surfaces thoroughly after handling the pepper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage and Safety\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRefrigerate promptly in a covered container at 40°F or below and use within 3–4 days. Discard salsa left at room temperature for more than 2 hours, or 1 hour above 90°F. 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