JALAPENO PEPPER-— Jalapeño is probably the most well-known of all hot peppers, and deservedly so. The plants are erect and sturdy and although very productive, generally do not require caging or other support. The fruits are dark green, tapered, three inches by one inch, turning red when mature. Jalapeño peppers can range from 2,500 to 10,000 Scoville Units in heat.

The fruits have thick walls which means that they do not dry well as whole peppers, but they are excellent for canning, pickling or used fresh in salsas. They are also popular as a flavoring in such foods as cheeses, pickles, cornbread, Jalapeño "poppers," chips, and even beer. For the adventurous, you can also find recipes for Jalapeño chocolate chip cookies and Jalapeño ice cream! 75+ seeds per order.

Capsicum annuum.

Full sun.

Spring, soil temp 80F+.

SOW 3 seeds per plant,1/4"deep,18"apart. Keep moist.

Germination 10-14 Days.

Thin to single best seedling. Use scissors to cut out unwanted sprouts.

Height 30"x18" Wide.

Medium water and a little organic fertilizer if needed.

Days to maturity, about 75.