Jalapeño Chili Pepper Seeds
Jalapeño Chili Pepper Seeds
Medium-hot chili peppers with rich flavor and abundant harvest
Jalapeño is one of the world’s most popular chili pepper varieties. Originating from Mexico, its name comes from the city of Jalapa in Veracruz. The Aztecs used Jalapeños long before the arrival of the conquistadors. Today, they are grown worldwide for their flavor, aroma, and moderate heat.
Characteristics
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Compact, medium-early, and high-yielding variety
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Plant height: 70–100 cm
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Harvest: 25–35 fruits per plant
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Fruit: 5–10 cm long, 2.5–4 cm wide, smooth glossy skin, thick walls
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Color: green when immature, turning bright red when ripe
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Taste: moderately hot, rich, and aromatic
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Heat level: 2,500–8,000 SHU (mild chili)
Nutritional Value
Jalapeño peppers are rich in vitamin C, lycopene, and capsaicin, known for pain-relieving and immune-boosting properties.
Culinary Uses
Fresh Jalapeños pair well with citrus, apples, ginger, cumin, oregano, and cilantro.
Popular dishes: salsa, fajitas, chili con carne, sauces, marinades, grilled or smoked peppers.
Growing Instructions
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Sowing: March, at 25 °C
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Substrate: peat-based mix, pH 6.5
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Sowing depth: 0.5 cm
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Germination: without light, cover with plastic film
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Transplanting: at 3 true leaves, into 1 L pots
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Final planting: in 5–10 L pots with biohumus and drainage
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Watering: regularly with warm water, especially in hot weather
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Care: mist leaves daily, fertilize weekly with soluble fertilizer
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Growing sites: pots, balconies, terraces, or open garden beds
Seed Pack
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Quantity: 3 seeds
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Suitable for beginners and experienced gardeners alike
Jalapeño chili peppers – perfect for those who love mild heat, rich aroma, and homegrown freshness!
