Description
About Chili Pepper ‘Kilian’ (Capsicum annuum)
‘Kilian’ is a medium-early chili pepper variety that produces vibrant orange pods up to 8 cm long with a flesh thickness of around 3 mm. Its moderately spicy flavor and appealing color make it a favorite for fresh use, cooking, and preserving.
With a compact growth habit and reliable yield, this variety is well-suited for pots, greenhouses, and warm outdoor beds once the risk of frost has passed.
Why It’s Great for Home Growing
‘Kilian’ chili peppers can be successfully grown indoors in pots or containers, especially in sunny spots like windowsills or under grow lights. They also thrive in greenhouses where consistent warmth accelerates growth and fruit development.
Seeds germinate in 14–22 days, and plants begin fruiting from July to September. Ideal for gardeners who want attractive, flavorful chili peppers in small spaces or controlled environments.
Key Features
- Medium-early chili variety (Capsicum annuum)
- Orange, tapered fruits up to 8 cm long
- Fruit wall thickness: approx. 3 mm
- Suitable for fresh use, cooking, or drying
- Compact growth – perfect for pots and greenhouses
- Germination time: 14–22 days
- Sowing period: March–April
- Fruit ripening: July to September
- Plant spacing: 30 cm between plants, 40 cm between rows
- Requires full sun or strong artificial light
- Brand: Seklos Brand Line
Growing Tips
Start seeds indoors in early spring. Keep soil warm and moist during germination. Transplant outdoors or to larger pots after the last frost. Water regularly and feed with balanced nutrients during flowering and fruiting. Harvest once fruits turn fully orange for the best flavor and color.
