25 Seeds Tabasco Pepper Capsicum frutescens Hot Chili

Tabasco Pepper is a compact, bushy chili variety known for its small, upward-facing pods that mature from green to bright red. It is a longtime favorite among gardeners who enjoy growing colorful, productive peppers in containers or garden beds, offering a lively ornamental presence alongside its culinary use.
The slender pods are traditionally used to make vinegar-based hot sauces and can also be chopped into salsas, marinades, and cooked dishes for a pungent heat. Plants grow steadily through the warm season and produce abundant fruit when given full sun and consistent moisture, making them a rewarding choice for both beginner and experienced growers.
Species: Capsicum frutescens
Variety: Tabasco
Type: Annual pepper
Plant_Habit: Compact bushy upright
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained fertile loam
Days_to_Harvest: 80-100
Zones: 4-11 annual
Germination: 10-21 days at 75-85F
Sowing: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, 1/4 inch deep
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Pods mature green to red and are commonly used for hot sauce