Chimayo Del Norte is a compact pepper cultivar from the Solanaceae family that matures quickly, delivering a harvest in just 65 days. This half-hardy annual reaches 18 inches tall with a modest 6 to 12-inch spread, making it manageable in both garden beds and containers. Thriving in full sun with moderate water and slightly acidic soil (pH 6.0 to 6.8), it's built for gardeners who want reliable, speedy production without sprawling plants.
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18in H x 12in W
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At 65 days to harvest, Chimayo Del Norte outpaces many pepper varieties, rewarding early planters with fruit long before frost arrives. The compact 18-inch frame means you can tuck several plants into tight garden spaces or grow them in pots without them overwhelming their neighbors. Its moderate water needs and preference for full sun make it straightforward to cultivate, though like all peppers it demands warmth to truly thrive.
As an edible pepper, Chimayo Del Norte is used for fresh consumption, cooking, and preparation. The compact plant size and early maturity suit small-scale gardeners and container growers who want fresh peppers throughout the season.
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Sow Chimayo Del Norte seeds indoors by late March for best results. Plant seeds approximately one-quarter inch deep in soil blocks or plug trays, maintaining soil temperatures between 70 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Pepper seeds take ten to fourteen days to germinate, so patience is essential; do not discard trays too early. Once seedlings emerge, provide warmth to encourage steady growth, as peppers grow quite slowly in their early stages.
Transplant seedlings outdoors only after weather has settled and all frost danger has passed. Harden off seedlings gradually before moving them to their permanent location. Space plants 18 inches apart with 24 inches between rows, ensuring each plant has adequate room for its mature width of 6 to 12 inches.
Chimayo Del Norte peppers are ready to harvest approximately 65 days after transplanting. Pick peppers when they have reached mature size and desired color, using a clean cut or gentle twist to remove them from the plant. Harvesting regularly encourages continued production throughout the season.
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