Pepper Sandia DescriptionBotanical Name: Capsicum frutescens Native to New Mexico Sandia pods average 6.64 inches in length and 1.58 inches in width. Pods have a pointed shape, with a slightly roughened surface, and are slightly flattened. Plants are vigorous, prolific, and upright in growth habit, and average from 24" to 30" in height. It is one of the hotter long green chilies. Very popular for home gardens. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Herbs & VegetablesName: Pepper SandiaPlant Type: Pepper Mature Size: Plant is 24" to 30" Water: ModerateExposure:: Full sunSpacing: 24"Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained Planting Time: April to October CommentsComments: Scoville heat scale 500 - 2,500 Plant outside after last frost or April 15th. Space 1 ½ to 1’ apart. Dig hole 2-3 times larger than root ball. Mix in ¼ to 1/3 compost, backfill, press lightly and water deeply. After a few weeks, before blossoms appear, give the plant ¼ to ½ cup organic vegetable fertilizer. Water deeply and thoroughly and do not allow to dry completely. Too little water will cause “dog - tail” or curled misshapen peppers. To harvest snip the stems with scissors or clippers