Hot Jalapeño Early Pepper is a dependable variety that combines medium heat with early maturity and prolific production. These compact plants thrive in full sun and well-draining soil, maturing in just 65-70 days. The peppers are 2-3 inches long, with smooth, glossy skin that ripens from green to a deep red, offering a versatile range of flavors. Their medium heat level makes them perfect for fresh salsas, pickling, stuffing, or grilling. Regular harvesting encourages continuous production, ensuring a steady supply of spicy peppers throughout the season. Jalapeño plants are compact and ideal for garden beds, raised beds, or containers, making them suitable for any space. Whether you’re a fan of mild heat or enjoy the bold flavor of fully ripened fruit, Hot Jalapeño Early Pepper delivers quality and taste with every harvest.

Pepper - Jalapeño Early - Capsicum annuum

Tender Annual Jalapeño Early is similar to Jalapeño, but is earlier and better adapted to cool conditions. Dark-green, thick-walled, 3" cone-shaped fruits ripen to red. These peppers are hottest when fully ripe (4,000 to 6,000 Scoville units), but can be eaten at their green stage. A perfect pepper for Mexican dishes and pickling.

Did You Know? To tame the burn, eat peanut butter, milk, ice cream or yogurt. The heat-producing capsaicin binds to the fat in them and is swallowed harmlessly.

Soil Temperature: 75-85°F
Planting Depth: 1/4"
Germination: 6-15 Days
Height At Maturity: 24"
Days To Maturity: 72 Days
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 12"
Approx Seeds per Pack: 50 Seeds

For more information, please enjoy our Resource Guide for planting and growing peppers.

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