ScoutedBrands
The Living Seed Company Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum
More from The Living Seed Company →

Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum

$4.75

In stock at livingseedcompany.com

Charleston Hot pepper seeds grow a USDA-developed (1993) cayenne-style pepper that reaches about 3 inches long and ripens through several colors. Heat lands at 5,000 to 15,000 Scoville units, hotter than a jalapeño on average but far from extreme. The thin walls suit drying and hot sauce. Each packet holds 25 seeds.

Shop now at The Living Seed Company →Code welcome

See all 215 The Living Seed Company products·Visit livingseedcompany.com

Price and stock from livingseedcompany.com, refreshed daily. We may earn a commission if you buy.

Highlights

  • Developed by USDA scientists at the Charleston lab in 1993
  • 5,000 to 15,000 SHU
  • Conical 3-inch fruits ripening through a range of colors
  • Upright plants 22 to 30 inches tall
  • 25 open-pollinated, non-GMO seeds

Best for

A gardener who makes hot sauce or dried chili flakes and wants a productive medium-hot pepper.

Things to consider

  • Needs a long warm season, with 70 to 85 days to maturity.
  • Start indoors with bottom heat; the listing gives both 6 to 8 and 8 to 10 week windows.
  • Plants may need light staking as fruit sets.

Key specs

Price$4.75
Seed count25
Heat5,000 to 15,000 SHU
Fruit lengthAbout 3 in.
Days to maturity70 to 85
Plant size22 to 30 in.

Our take

A reliable, historically interesting hot pepper at a low price.

Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum at a glance

BrandThe Living Seed Company
Price$4.75
TypeVegetable
AvailabilityIn stock at livingseedcompany.com
Couponwelcome
ReturnsReturns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company…

Price check

At $4.75, the Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum is toward the top of The Living Seed Company's price range, whose 214 listed products run $3.50 to $1,125.

Similar items from other brands we track run $32.99 to $67.88.

Buying from The Living Seed Company

The Living Seed Company is an easy recommendation for home gardeners and seed savers who want open-pollinated, non-GMO varieties at $3.50 to $4.75 a packet, including rare tomatoes and peppers you won't find on a hardware-store rack. Skip it if you're outside the US, since it no longer ships internationally. Returns aren't accepted, but the store says it will send a replacement if you're unhappy, so contact them rather than writing off a bad packet.

Shipping
Orders usually ship within 1 to 3 business days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. The company no longer ships internationally, and customers pay to reship packages returned for a wrong address.
Returns
Returns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company will send a replacement. Liability for a lost harvest is limited to the price of the seeds.

Read our full The Living Seed Company review and shop all products →

Frequently asked questions

How hot is the Charleston Hot pepper?
The listing puts it at 5,000 to 15,000 Scoville Heat Units, with heat rising as fruits fully ripen.
Can I grow it in a container?
At 22 to 30 inches tall, it should do well in a large container with full sun and regular feeding.
How much is the Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum?
The Living Seed Company lists it at $4.75 on livingseedcompany.com. We refresh prices throughout the day, but always confirm the final price at checkout.
Is there a coupon code for the Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum?
The Living Seed Company's store-wide code welcome can be entered at checkout on livingseedcompany.com. The Living Seed Company sets the discount, and some items or sale prices may be excluded.
What is The Living Seed Company's return policy?
Returns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company will send a replacement. Liability for a lost harvest is limited to the price of the seeds.
How long does The Living Seed Company take to ship?
Orders usually ship within 1 to 3 business days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. The company no longer ships internationally, and customers pay to reship packages returned for a wrong address.
Where can I buy the Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum?
The Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum is sold directly by The Living Seed Company on livingseedcompany.com. The Shop now button on this page goes straight to the product there, and code welcome can be applied at checkout.
Is the Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum in stock?
Yes. The Living Seed Company lists it as in stock on livingseedcompany.com as of our latest check. Stock and prices refresh throughout the day.
Is The Living Seed Company a legit store?
The Living Seed Company is an easy recommendation for home gardeners and seed savers who want open-pollinated, non-GMO varieties at $3.50 to $4.75 a packet, including rare tomatoes and peppers you won't find on a hardware-store rack. Skip it if you're outside the US, since it no longer ships internationally. Returns aren't accepted, but the store says it will send a replacement if you're unhappy, so contact them rather than writing off a bad packet. Our full The Living Seed Company review covers shipping, returns and what to check before ordering.
Is the Charleston Hot Pepper Seeds - Capsicum annuum expensive?
At $4.75 it is toward the top of The Living Seed Company's range ($3.50 to $1,125 across 214 products), and similar items from other brands run $32.99 to $67.88.

More from The Living Seed Company

Shop all The Living Seed Company →

Alternatives from other brands