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Hot Pepper Seeds, Anaheim
Description
(Capsicum annuum). This legendary extra large and mild chili pepper of Anaheim, California, is a staple of Southwestern cuisine. It is a perfect roasting or frying pepper, but it is also great stuffed, added to tamales, or chopped into salsa. A mild- to medium-heat chili, it ranks about 500-2,500 Scoville Heat Units on the Scoville scale. The Anaheim pepper is a descendant of a landrace of New Mexican chilies originally grown by Pueblo and Hispanic communities. In the late 1800s, a California rancher named Emilio Ortega encountered the New Mexico chili and fell in love with it. He returned home with seeds and selected and adapted for a milder pepper, thus creating the Anaheim. The Ortega family developed a range of Southwestern food products, and the brand became a major household name.
- 80 days to maturity
- 8-12 hours of full sun
- Sprouts in 7-10 days
- Seed Depth: 1/4"
- Plant Spacing: 14-18"
- Ideal Temperature: 70-95 F
- Frost Hardy: No
Growing Tips, Tricks and FAQs
Growing Tips
Anaheim peppers are hardy, heirloom chili peppers known for their mild heat. They thrive in warm conditions and need full sun exposure, making them ideal for many gardens. To speed up the germination process and warm up the soil, consider using a heat mat.
When to Grow
Anaheim peppers need quite a long growing season of about 80 days and should be planted after the final frost when temperatures consistently remain above 65 F. Start seeds indoors 8–12 weeks before the last frost to give them an early boost before transplanting outside​.
How to Sow and Plant
Sow the seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting soil at temperatures around 80 F. Once seedlings are 4–6 inches tall, harden them off by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions, then transplant them into garden beds or large containers. Space plants 14-18 inches apart in nutrient-rich, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5​.
How to Grow
Anaheim peppers thrive in full sunlight, 8-12 hours daily, and need consistent watering, especially during fruiting. Water deeply, keeping the soil evenly moist but avoiding sogginess to prevent root rot. Apply a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) when transplanting, followed by additional feedings as plants start flowering. Prune lower leaves or excess foliage to encourage airflow and support tall plants with stakes or cages​.
How to Save
- Peppers are mainly self-pollinating, but bees occasionally work pepper flowers as well.
- To be absolutely sure that you will not have any crossing, different varieties should be isolated by at least 500 feet.
- To save seed, allow the fruit to mature fully; then simply remove seeds.
- It is a good idea to wear gloves when working with very hot peppers, and to consider wearing a mask when working with a large quantity of dried seeds.
- Let seeds dry for a week before storing them in a jar.
- Pepper seeds will remain viable for up to 5 years.
FAQ
Why do my Anaheim peppers turn red?
Anaheim peppers ripen from green to red, becoming sweeter as they mature.
Can Anaheim peppers be grown in containers?
Yes, use at least a 5-gallon container with good drainage, and place it in full sun, and water regularly.
How do I prevent sunscald on my Anaheim peppers?
Provide a bit of shade during peak sunlight hours to protect the fruits from intense sun exposure​.
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