Capsicum frutescens, Piri piri pepper

Piri piri pepper
Capsicum frutescens

Light: Full sun
Water: Somewhat drought tolerant, prefers regular moisture, does not tolerate overwatering
Hardiness: Summer crop, extremely frost intolerant, plant well after last chance of frost
Spacing: 1' between plants, 1- 1.5' between rows
Days to maturity: 75- 80
Soil notes: Well-draining, rich garden soil, compost amendment beneficial.         

Fruit: Small, very hot, cone-shaped, red

Notes: Also known as African birds eye chili, this pepper is used to make piri-piri sauce, high yield.