Green Chilli

Grow fresh, fragrant Green Chilli (Capsicum annuum) plants with Souq Garden's healthy seedlings. Green chillies are essential for Indian, Pakistani, Arab, and Asian cuisines, adding heat and bright flavour to daily cooking across UAE kitchens. Delivered to Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman and Umm Al Quwain.

Why Green Chillies Thrive in the UAE

Green chilli plants flourish in UAE warmth from October through May, producing continuous pods that can be harvested green or left to ripen red. Once established, plants tolerate UAE heat well with afternoon shade and consistent drip watering.

Key Features and Specifications

• Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
• Plant height: 60-90cm
• Pod length: 5-10cm
• Heat level: Medium-hot (30,000-70,000 SHU)
• Maturity: 70-90 days from transplant
• Plant spacing: 45cm × 60cm
• Sun: 6-8 hours direct sun
• Variants available at Souq Garden

Care Guide

Planting

Transplant into compost-rich beds or 20L+ containers in October-March. Space 45cm apart for good airflow.

Watering

Drip irrigate 2-3cm weekly. Avoid wetting foliage to prevent disease.

Feeding

Balanced liquid feed monthly. Switch to high-potassium during fruiting for more pods.

Pruning

Pinch first flower buds to encourage bushy growth and higher overall yield.

Harvest

Pick green pods at 5-10cm for daily cooking; allow some to ripen red for milder sweetness and drying.

Best Uses

• Indian dal tadka and curries
• Green chilli pickle (hari mirch ka achaar)
• Arab shatta hot sauce
• Thai stir-fries
• Salsas and Mexican dishes

Common Problems and Solutions

• Blossom drop: Heat stress above 35°C—shade in peak summer.
• Aphids and whitefly: Spray neem weekly.
• Blossom-end rot: Calcium and consistent watering.
• Yellow leaves: Iron or magnesium deficiency—apply chelated iron in UAE soils.
• Stunted plants: Cold soil or root-bound—transplant when warm.

Why Buy Green Chilli Plants from Souq Garden

Souq Garden delivers vigorous green chilli seedlings across all seven Emirates with same-day Dubai delivery and next-day shipping to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, and Umm Al Quwain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: When should I plant green chillies in UAE?
October-March for cool-season growth; with shade, plants survive summer.

Q2: How hot are these chillies?
Medium-hot, around 30,000-70,000 SHU—comparable to Indian hari mirch.

Q3: Can I leave green chillies to turn red?
Yes—red chillies are milder and sweeter; dry them for chilli powder.

Q4: How long do plants produce?
6-8 months of continuous harvest with regular care.

Q5: Can I grow chillies in pots?
Yes—use 20L+ pots in sunny balconies.

Q6: How do I store harvested chillies?
Refrigerate fresh in perforated bags for 2 weeks; dry for long-term storage.