McMahon's Texas Bird Pepper Vegetable Seeds for Gardening Grow Your Own Spicy Garden Delights

Key Attributes:

• Product Name: McMahon's Texas Bird Pepper
• Quantity Options:
  • 100 seeds per pack
  • 500 seeds per pack
  • 1000 seeds per pack
• Mature Height: Typically grows to a height of 12 to 18 inches (30-45 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun (at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day)
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH level of 6.0 to 7.0
• Uses: Culinary pepper used fresh or dried, adds spicy heat to dishes, ornamental value in gardens

Product Details:

• Germination Rate: High, ensuring reliable growth
• Seed Freshness: New seeds, ensuring optimal germination
• Origin: Sustainably sourced
• Shelf Life: Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

• Optional: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours before planting to improve germination rates.

Sowing:

• Timing: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Use seed-starting trays filled with well-draining seed-starting mix.
• Planting Depth: Plant seeds 1/4 inch (0.6 cm) deep and 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) apart.
• Conditions: Press seeds lightly into the soil, and keep the soil moist. Maintain a soil temperature of 70-85°F (21-29°C) for optimal germination.

Germination:

• Time: Seeds typically germinate within 10-14 days under optimal conditions.
• Care: Keep the soil consistently moist during germination but avoid waterlogging.

Transplanting:

• Timing: Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, and when soil temperatures are consistently warm.
• Spacing: Space plants 12-18 inches (30-45 cm) apart in rows spaced 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) apart.
• Sun Exposure: Ensure plants receive full sun exposure for the best growth and fruit production.

Care and Maintenance:

• Watering: Pepper plants prefer consistently moist soil. Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially during hot, dry weather.
• Support: Some pepper varieties may benefit from staking or caging to support the plants as they grow and produce fruit.

Harvesting:

• Harvesting: McMahon's Texas Bird Peppers can be harvested when the fruits are fully colored (typically red), either for fresh use or dried for storage.

Happy Gardening! Enjoy the spicy heat and ornamental appeal of McMahon's Texas Bird Peppers in your garden!