Biquinho
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▶Quick grow facts
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Pot size
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Pollination
Chile peppers easily self-pollinate, but insects can cross-pollinate different varieties
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Houston planting window
Transplant Mar–Apr or Jul–Aug · Transplant Apr or Aug
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What it is
A pepper in the habanero species (Capsicum chinense), native to South America.
NC State ExtensionWhy grow/eat it
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Harvest in Houston
Harvest most hot peppers when they turn red or yellow, depending on the variety.
Texas A&M AgriLifeContainer tips
Full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soil. Plant out only when nights stay at least 55°F.
NC State ExtensionCautions
Watch for aphids, whiteflies and cutworms. Verticillium wilt and mosaic virus can also hit.
NC State ExtensionSources
- https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/capsicum-chinense/
- https://pubs.nmsu.edu/_h/H262/index.html
- https://pfaf.org/user/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Capsicum+chinense
- https://harris.agrilife.org/files/2019/03/Vegetable-Planting-Chart-2019.pdf
- https://aggie-horticulture.tamu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/10/2013/09/EHT-038.pdf