Guam Boonie Hot Pepper Plant

Guam Boonie Hot Peppers offer a very intense heat which can even cause a little numbness, then evens out with sweet tones, followed by the flavors in your dish. These peppers start green, then turn to orange and then red when fully mature. Guam Boonie plants like lots of sun and don't do well in the cold.

Our Guam Boonie Hot Pepper Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

• - Transplant when soil temperatures reaches 60°F

Soil Preparation:

• - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8
• - Add compost or aged manure (in the fall before planting)

Watering Specifics:

• - Water consistently
• - Avoid overwatering, which can lead to blossom end rot

Fertilizer Type:

• - Use a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer at planting. We recommend Espoma's Tomato Tone.

Pruning and Training:

• - Pinch off early blossoms to encourage stronger plant growth

Pollination:

• - Self-pollinating, but benefit from insect and wind or mechanical movement

Additional Pest Management:

• - Watch for aphids, flea beetles, and cutworms
• - Monitor for signs of bacterial spot or other diseases

Harvesting Indicators:

• - Harvest when peppers reach desired size and color
• - Cut rather than pull to avoid damaging the plant

Storage:

• - Store unwashed peppers in the refrigerator for up to a week
• - Can be frozen for longer storage

Companion Plants:

• - Basil: Improves flavor and repels pests
• - Onions: Deter pests
• - Carrots: Loosen soil for pepper roots