10 Seeds Zimbabwe Birds Eye Chili Seeds (Capsicum Annum) Very Hot, Heirloom Chile Pepper ! Zimbabwe Birdseye, Capsicum Frutescens, from Africa. Its smaller than the Malawi Birds Eye and hotter. The Zimbabwe Birds Eye grows smallish and about 30 cm tall, so its great for growing in pots. You will get masses of 1 cm pequin like pods on this compact plant, but be warned they arent mild and pack a good punch. Its very easy to grow and would be a great one for windowsills or on the terrasse.They are very easy to grow & easy to maintain. Except winter, they will produce chillies all the year round. The photo you are viewing is a snapshot from the plant. Best time to sow seeds after frost. Seeds need min 20 C to germinate. Soak the seeds in water for a few hours before planting and sow them in a sunny, well-drained position. Germinates between 2-4 weeks.