Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum) (Info)
Species: annuum (AN-yoo-um) (Info)
Cultivar: Jalapeno M
» View all varieties of Peppers  6 vendors have this plant for sale.
3 members have or want this plant for trade. Height:
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing:
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Heat (Pungency):
Hot (5,000 to 30,000 Scoville Units)
Fruit Shape:
Tapered
Oblong
Fruit Size:
Small (under 2" in length)
Medium (4" to 6" in length)
Fruit Color:
Green changing to red
Disease Resistance:
Unknown - Tell us
Seed Type:
Open-pollinated
Usage:
Fresh (salsa, salads)
Stuffing
Roasting
Drying
Pickling
Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Soil pH requirements:
over 9.1 (very alkaline)
Propagation Methods:
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Days to Maturity:
Early (55-68 days)
Mid (69-80 days)
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