Chilli Pepper Fiery Flames

Additional Details

When to Sow Fiery Flames Chilli Pepper Seeds

February to April. Plant out May to June.

Where to Sow

Sow seed on the surface of a free draining compost in pots or trays and cover with a fine sprinkling of compost or vermiculite and place at a temperature 18-21°C until seeds germinate.

What to do Next

Prick out chilli seedlings when large enough to handle into 7cm (3in) pots and grow on underglass. Once plants reach 10cm (4in) high transplant into 15-25cm (6-10in) pots and grow on windowsills or a sunny patio . Feed once a week with tomato fertiliser once first fruits have set.

Harvest

Late July to October

Handy Tip

These chillies can also be grown in containers in a greenhouse or on a sunny patio, moving plants inside in the autumn to finish ripening.

Scoville Heat Rating

Up to 86,000.