Barker’s Peppers

About Barker’s Peppers

Average pod length is 5 to 7 inches. Heat level increases as pods ripen from green to red. Does well in a hot, dry climate.
  • Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
  • Common Name: Barker’s Peppers
  • Family: Solanaceae
  • Germination: 7 to 21 days
  • Hardiness: Drought and heat tolerant
  • Sunlight: Full sun
  • Heirloom
  • Maturity: 80 days
  • Non-GMO
  • Plant Food: FoxFarm Big Bloom for Organic Gardening
  • Seed Depth: 1/4 to 1/2 inch
  • Size: 2 feet tall
  • Spacing: 30 inches

Companion Plants

Consider planting chile peppers along garden borders to keep flying pests away.
  • Basil
  • Carrots
  • Eggplant
  • Geraniums
  • Onions
  • Tomatoes

Harvesting Information

Picking small fruits may increase plant production.

Recipes With Pepper

Remedies With Pepper