Home Garden Seeds Hot Pepper (Approx 70 Seeds) 0.5gmsPepper plants are perennials but are grown as tender summer annuals in most areas outside their native habitat. They are propagated by seeding directly in the soil or by transplanting seedlings started in greenhouses or hotbeds after 6 to 10 weeks. The plants become woody as the growing season progresses and bear simple, alternately arranged leaves with smooth margins. Seed Sowing: 1. Fill the seedling tray with good quality media and sprinkle with