Capsicum annuum 'Jalapeno'

Pepper Jalapeno

Jalapeno Hot peppers are Very HOT, thick walled peppers, 3 inches long by 1 to 1-1/2 inches wide. Jalapeno peppers are good to use fresh, cooked, pickled and dried.

Recommended Recipes

Jalapeño Hot Salsa

Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

Many gardeners hold off heavy fertilization until the first blossom produces a small fruit which is picked off. Pepper plants produce more fruit if kept picked and not allowed to ripen. Cut Jalapeno Hot peppers from the plant instead of pulling them to avoid injury.

Usage/Other Information

Originated in Mexico - it is named after the city of Xalapa (Jalapa). This chilli gained its world wide popularity by being versatile, beautiful, sweet tasting and mostly because it really sounds like a chilli when you say it! "Hah-lah-pen-yo"

Characteristics & Attributes

Urban Gardener Brands

•	11oz Veggies
•	Veggie Cage

Exposure

•	Shade Tolerant

Growth Rate in the Garden

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Medium

Soil Moisture Needs

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Average