Pepper Seeds Canada
Discover Canada’s most curated collection of pepper seeds — from high-heat chili peppers to rare heirloom varieties and richly flavoured sweet peppers for everyday cooking. At Casa Verde Chef Shop, we focus on flavour-driven pepper seeds selected for their heat, aroma, and reliability in Canadian growing conditions.
If you’re exploring flavour profiles, check out our Sweet Heat Pepper lineup, or browse our rare and heirloom selections Loved by chefs across Montreal and Canada.
Whether you’re a chef, foodie, or home grower, our Canadian-tested pepper seeds deliver exceptional colour, fragrance, and the signature “Sweet Heat” complexity Casa Verde is known for.
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Canada’s Best Pepper Seeds for Chefs, Gardeners & Home Growers
Canada’s home of Sweet Heat Peppers — grown for flavour, not pain.
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Pepper Seed FAQ
1. What pepper seeds grow best in Canada?
Short season, cool-night-tolerant varieties tend to perform best. Anything that matures under 75–85 days is gold for most Canadian zones — think jalapeños, Hungarian wax, banana peppers, shishitos, and many Aji varieties. Superhots can still work, but you’ll want a long indoor start (10–12 weeks) and consistent heat.
2. Are heirloom pepper seeds better?
Heirloom” just means the variety has been open-pollinated and preserved over generations. Flavor-wise? Yes, heirlooms tend to be more interesting, aromatic, and less generic than store-breeders. Yield-wise? Hybrids may outperform them slightly. Most growers prefer heirloom peppers because you can save seeds and maintain genetic traits year after year.
3. How long do pepper seeds take to germinate?
At warm temperatures (26–30°C / 78–86°F), most peppers germinate in 7–14 days. Superhots (C. chinense types) can drag out to 21–30 days, which is completely normal. Cool soil temperatures slow germination dramatically — below 22°C, they can stall for weeks.
4. Do hot pepper seeds need heat mats?
If you’re in Canada: Yes, unless you enjoy waiting a month for a sprout. Peppers originate from warm climates and really don’t wake up until the soil is above 26°C. A heat mat stabilizes temp, speeds germination, and reduces fungal issues from uneven moisture.
5. When should I start pepper seeds indoors in Canada?
Most Canadian growers should start indoors early March to mid-April, depending on your frost date. Superhots? Start them late February — they’re slow divas that like extra time. The goal is to have sturdy 6–10 inch plants by transplant time.
6. Can I grow peppers in containers in Canada?
Absolutely — peppers love containers because the soil warms faster. A 5–7 gallon pot is ideal for most varieties; superhots and big bells appreciate 10 gallons. Use a well-draining mix and feed every 1–2 weeks once flowering begins.
7. Why are my pepper plants not producing fruit?
Common causes:
- Cold nights (below 12°C) shut down flowering
- Too much nitrogen = beautiful leaves, zero peppers
- Lack of pollination for indoor/greenhouse setups
- Heat waves above 32°C can cause flower drop
Fixes: stabilize temperatures, switch to a bloom fertilizer, and give plants consistent moisture.
🧭 How to Choose the Right Pepper
Frying fast? Pick thin walls: Shishito, Padron, Criolla de Cocina.
Raw + aromatic? Habanada, Biquinho, Sweet Spanish.
Stuffing / roasting? Poblano, Craig’s Grande Jalapeño, Jimmy Nardello.
Sauce with gentle glow? Aji Mango, Tam Jalapeño, El Remo.
Containers? Shishito, Biquinho, Habanada (compact, productive).
🌱 Quick Growing Tips (Canada)
Start early: sow indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost; germinate at 26–30 °C.
Light matters: 14–16 h/day under bright LEDs; keep lamps 2–3″ above canopy.
Transplant: after nights stay above 12 °C; harden off 7–10 days.
Soil & feed: airy mix (coco/compost/perlite). Balanced feed to bloom, then bump K for fruiting.
Pollination: tap blossoms weekly; a gentle fan indoors improves set.
New to peppers? Read our full guide: How to Grow Peppers in Canada (Chef-Approved Method).
