Chilli Pepper - Jalapeno - Spicy flavour for kitchen dishes - Fresh Seeds

The Jalapeno chilli pepper is a unique medium-early variety that impresses with its intense colour and distinct, spicy taste. Its firm, conical fruits ripen to a deep carmine hue, and the high content of capsaicin means that a single pepper can add character to an entire dish. It is an ideal choice for lovers of bold cuisine and those looking for a natural way to enliven the flavour of meals. It is excellent for fresh consumption, drying, marinating, or as a decorative and aromatic addition to spicy dishes, grilled meats, or sauces. This pepper combines intense flavour with ease of cultivation, growing wonderfully both in the garden and in a pot on a sunny balcony.

Sowing depth

Seeds should be sown at a depth of approximately 0.5 cm. This thin layer of soil ensures they have adequate moisture and access to air, which is necessary for rapid germination.

Sowing time under cover

The best time to sow seeds is from March to April. Sowing early in spring under covers allows for the production of strong and healthy seedlings, ready for transplanting once temperatures become stable.

Planting time

Seedlings are planted out in May or June, once the risk of frost has passed. The plant loves warmth and develops intensively, producing flowers quickly only in full spring when the soil warms up to at least 20 degrees Celsius.

Spacing

During planting, it is worth maintaining a spacing of approximately 40 x 40 cm. This ensures each plant has enough space to develop a strong root system and bear fruit abundantly. Proper spacing also facilitates care and prevents fungal diseases.

Harvest time

Harvests fall between August and October. Fruits are ready to be picked when they become hard, shiny, and fully red. With every week of ripening, they gain intensity in flavour, ranging from delicately spicy to truly fiery.

Cultivation

This chilli pepper loves sun and warmth. It grows best in positions sheltered from the wind, on fertile, light, and permeable soils. It requires regular watering, especially during the flowering and fruiting period, but does not tolerate waterlogging. In pot cultivation, it can be successfully grown on a terrace or windowsill in well-sunlit places. In return, it rewards the grower with abundant yields and an extraordinary fruit aroma. It is an excellent choice for both experienced gardeners and beginner edible plant enthusiasts who want to enjoy their own peppers with a truly southern character.

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Package content

The package contains 0.5 g of seeds. Information regarding cultivation principles and the sowing use-by date can be found on the packaging.