Chile de Arbol Hot Pepper

Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum 'Chile de Arbol'

Plant type

shrub, perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 4'-8'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

10a-12

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Chile de Arbol Hot Pepper plant details

Chile de Arbol Hot Pepper is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chile de Arbol Hot Pepper

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chile de Arbol Hot Pepper

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This colorful Mexican hottie can grow up to 4' tall, ideal for planting in a large container, or 18" to 2' apart in your Summer veggie garden. The diminutive tapered peppers (to 3" long by less than 1/2" wide) are green, ripening to a showy, brilliant red - when dried, they'll keep their fiery color & can be used whole or powdered to add a burst of Latin HEAT & flavor to your cooking. Rated 15,000 to 30,000 Scoville units on the spicy scale, they make an excellent substitute for Cayenne! (Cool it down a bit by removing the seeds.) They'll do best in a Mediterranean climate with plenty of warmth & sunshine, with regular (not too much!) water. Be sure to wash those hands after touching these peppers - residual oils can be an unwanted surprise if they end up in a sensitive area!