Chilli Tepin Vegetable Seeds

‘CHILLI TEPIN’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum var. glabriusculum
Other Names: Bird’s Eye Chilli, Tepin, Chili Tepin

• Compact perennial chilli producing tiny, extremely hot berries with a fiery flavour.
• Hardy species suited to full sun, warm climates, and well-drained soils.
• High-yielding plant for gardens, pots, or bushfood cultivation.
• Edible fruit used fresh, dried, or in sauces for culinary and medicinal purposes.
• Attracts pollinators and supports beneficial garden insects.

Plant Details

• Plant Type: Compact perennial chilli
• Plant Height: 30–60 cm tall; spreads up to 40 cm wide

Sowing Information

• Germination: 1–3 weeks (can be variable)
• Depth: Surface sow to 3–5 mm deep
• Position: Full sun
• Sow Where: Seed trays, pots, or direct sow in warm, prepared sites
• Soil Type: Well-draining soils; tolerates sandy and loamy mixes
• Spacing: 30–50 cm between plants

Growing Tips

• Use a light, well-drained mix; avoid heavy, waterlogged soils.
• Keep soil evenly moist during germination, then reduce watering slightly.
• Highly tolerant of warm conditions; bring indoors in frost-prone areas.
• Prune lightly to encourage branching and more fruit production.

Flowering & Fruiting

Small white flowers appear in clusters, followed by tiny red berries with intense heat that persist throughout the growing season, providing culinary value and visual interest.

Traditional & Practical Uses

• Fruiting pods traditionally used in Mexican, South American, and bushfood cuisine.
• Used fresh, dried, or in sauces to add strong heat to dishes.
• Widely grown for home gardens, ornamental displays, and culinary gardens.

When to Sow CHILLI TEPIN in Your Climate