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Datil Pepper Seeds

Name: Datil Pepper Seeds
Price: 4.5 CAD
Availability: InStock

$4.50

A rare heirloom from St. Augustine, Florida, that was brought over from Spain in 1763. Beautiful yellow fruits grow from 1-4 inches in length and are lantern shaped. Intense heat that is similar to a Habanero but sweeter and tangier. It has one of the most unique flavours in the world. The scoville on this pepper is 100,000 to 300,000! Grows to 4 feet tall with an abundance of peppers. They are a culinary favourite to cook with and used for spice mixes, marinades and sauces. 73 dtm. 10 seeds per package.

Availability: 6 in stock

Category: Heirloom Pepper Seeds

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Capsicum chinense

Heat level: 100,000 – 300,000 SHU – Very Hot.

Flavour: Very Sweet, Tangy & Fruity.

To grow peppers from seed:

Start Indoors: Begin 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
Prepare Seeds: Soak seeds in warm water for a few hours to speed germination.
Planting: Use seed-starting soil in small pots or trays. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
Warmth and Light: Keep soil at 25–30°C (77–86°F). Use a heat mat if needed. Place under grow lights or in a sunny window.
Watering: Keep soil moist, not soggy. Cover with plastic wrap until seedlings appear.
Transplanting: Harden off and plant outdoors after frost, spacing plants 12–24 inches apart in rich, well-draining soil.
Peppers need full sun, regular watering, and fertilizing during growth.

These pepper seeds are available directly from Garden Faerie Botanicals in the heart of British Columbia, Canada. The collection features heirloom and heritage seeds that are personally cultivated organically without the use of any chemicals. Emphasizing historical, rare, non-GMO seeds, this selection preserves biodiversity through open-pollination.