Jalapeño Hot Pepper 50 Seeds

(Capsicum annuum)

A classic, versatile hot pepper loved for its perfect balance of heat and flavour. Jalapeños produce thick-walled, glossy green peppers that mature to deep red if left on the plant. Ideal for fresh use, grilling, pickling, stuffing, or making salsas and sauces.

Plants are compact and productive, making them well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, and containers—especially in Canadian summers when started early.

Heat Level: Medium (2,500–8,000 SHU)
Fruit Size: 7–9 cm (3–3.5") long
Plant Height: 60–90 cm (24–36")
Days to Maturity: 70–80 days from transplant

Growing Instructions

• Start Indoors: 8–10 weeks before last frost
• Germination: 7–14 days at 24–29°C (75–85°F)
• Transplant Outdoors: After all risk of frost when soil is warm
• Spacing: 45–60 cm (18–24") apart
• Sun: Full sun (6–8+ hours)

Care Tips

• Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
• Feed regularly with a balanced or pepper-specific fertilizer
• Harvest green for classic flavour or red for extra sweetness and heat
• Plants benefit from warmth and sheltered locations

Perfect for gardeners who want reliable heat, heavy yields, and a true pepper staple.