Jalapeño

Description

JALAPEÑO PEPPER (Capsicum annuum)

Transplant | Mid–Late May | Annual

Jalapeño peppers are one of the most popular and versatile chili peppers, known for their balanced heat and fresh, bright flavor. The smooth, thick-walled peppers grow 2–4 inches long and mature from green to deep red, producing abundant harvests throughout the summer.

With a medium level of heat, jalapeños are perfect for fresh salsas, pickling, stuffing, grilling, and everyday cooking. Their crisp texture and bold flavor make them a staple in home gardens and kitchens alike.

Highly productive and easy to grow, jalapeño plants produce reliable yields and thrive in both raised beds and container gardens.

Growing Details

Spice Level: Medium
Scoville Heat Units: 2,500–8,000 SHU
Harvest: Harvest when peppers are firm and deep green for classic flavor, or allow to ripen red for a sweeter, more complex taste
Plant Spacing: 2 ft
Sun: Full sun
Cold Tolerance: Warm-season crop; plant after danger of frost

Garden Companions

Best planted with:
Basil, tomatoes, onions, carrots, oregano

Benefits:
Companion plants attract beneficial insects and support healthy garden growth.

Avoid planting near:
Fennel, which may inhibit pepper growth.

Pro Growing Tips

• Harvest frequently to encourage continued fruit production
• Green peppers offer brighter heat, while red peppers are sweeter and slightly milder
• Thick walls make them excellent for stuffing and grilling
• Thrives in warm soil with consistent sunlight

Health Highlights

Vitamin-rich peppers
Jalapeños provide vitamins A and C along with beneficial antioxidants.

Capsaicin benefits
Moderate heat may support metabolism and circulation.

Low-calorie flavor boost
Adds bold flavor and heat to dishes with very few calories.

Pre-order now for productive summer transplants ready for planting after the last frost.