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A couple of long thin Kaddi Mirchi Peppers twisted together on a white background.
Kaddi Mirchi Peppers arranged in a circle on a dark background.
A single red Kaddi Mirchi Pepper on a bright white background.
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Five Kaddi Mirchi Peppers entangled on a bright white background.
Pair of Kaddi Mirchi Hot Peppers on a white background.
A couple of long thin Kaddi Mirchi Peppers twisted together on a white background.
Kaddi Mirchi Peppers arranged in a circle on a dark background.
A single red Kaddi Mirchi Pepper on a bright white background.
Three bundles of Kaddi Mirchi Peppers surrounded by a frame of peppers on a dark background.
Five Kaddi Mirchi Peppers entangled on a bright white background.

Hot Pepper Seeds,
Kaddi Mirchi

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Description

(Capsicum annuum). A slender, serpentine chili with sizzling spicy heat. This medium to hot pepper (about 30,000 Scovilles) hails from southern India, specifically North Karnataka. In India this is considered a medium hot pepper, but you may find this a very hot pepper! The plants are loaded with string-like peppers that curl lightly and reach up to 8 inches long but are as thin as a pencil. This is an excellent multipurpose pepper. Use it fresh, dried, or steeped in oil; the pepper lends an intensely bright red color to dishes and is considered essential for vegetarian dishes like sambar.

Growing Tips: Kaddi Mirchi are classic hot peppers that thrive in warm, sunny locations. They need nutrient-rich, well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH (6.0–6.5) for the best growth. You can use a heat mat to help warm up the soil during germination.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Capsicum annuum
Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Requirement
8–12 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–10
Days to Maturity
75
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
14–18 in.
Ideal Temperature
70–95°F
Frost Hardy
No

When to Grow

Start Kaddi Mirchi indoors early, about 8–12 weeks before the last expected frost, for a head start in cooler climates. Once temperatures consistently stay above 65 F at night, seedlings can be transplanted outdoors. These plants prefer a hot climate, so wait until there’s no chance of frost before moving them outside​. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix, keeping them in warm conditions. Once seedlings develop several sets of leaves, transplant them outdoors, spacing them 14-18 inches apart in full sun. In containers, a 2-gallon pot is ideal, and bottom-watering can prevent overwatering issues. Enrich the soil with compost for an extra nutrient boost, as these peppers thrive in fertile soil​.

How to Grow

Peppers need 8-12 hours of sunlight daily and grow best in well-draining, slightly acidic soil. Water deeply but infrequently, allowing the top 1–2 inches of soil to dry out between waterings to avoid root rot. Mulch around the plants to help retain moisture, especially in hotter climates. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer, but reduce nitrogen once plants start flowering to encourage more fruit production​.

How to Save Seeds

  • 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.

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