Description
Jalapeno Pepper Seeds (Hot Chili Type) 1930. Open Pollinated.
Approx. 25 seeds/pkt (160 seeds/gram)
The Classic Hot Chili for Pickling, Salsas, and Stuffing.
The Jalapeño is perhaps the world’s most famous hot pepper, beloved for its thick walls and pungent, spicy kick. This Open Pollinated variety produces heavy crops of dark green, cone-shaped fruits averaging 9 cm long by 4 cm wide. As the fruit matures, it transitions from a deep green to a vibrant red, often increasing in sweetness and heat. Growing to a sturdy 50–70 cm in height, these plants are reliable producers that provide an essential “eye-watering” addition to your kitchen garden.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 1930
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Type: Open Pollinated Hot Pepper
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Heat Level: 6000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU)
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Fruit: Dark green to red; thick-walled and 9 cm long
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Height: 50–70 cm
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Uses: Perfect for fresh salsas, pickling, or classic chile rellenos.
Understanding the Heat (SHU)
With a rating of 6,000 SHU, our Jalapeño offers a moderately intense heat. While heat levels can vary slightly based on growing conditions each year, you can always expect that signature Jalapeño “bite.” It sits comfortably in the middle of the Scoville scale—hotter than an Anaheim but significantly milder than a Habanero.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Jalapeños thrive in the heat and require a head start indoors before the Canadian summer.
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Sow Indoors: Start seeds from mid-February to late March in a soilless growing mix.
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Planting Depth: Sow seed 6 mm deep.
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Germination: Optimal germination occurs when soil is kept at 21°C. Seeds typically sprout in 10–20 days.
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Growing On: Provide bright light and maintain temperatures of 16–21°C to develop stocky, resilient plants.
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Transplanting: Transplant outdoors in late May or early June after all danger of frost has passed and plants have been hardened off.
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Spacing: Space plants 30 cm apart in rows 60 cm apart.
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Care: Choose a Full Sun location with well-drained soil. Control weeds and avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers, which can delay fruit production.
Why Jalapeño Seeds belong in Your Garden
Whether you are a master of the grill or a canning enthusiast, the Jalapeño is a garden staple. Use them green for a crisp, bright heat in fresh dips, or wait until they turn red for a more complex, slightly sweeter spice. Their thick walls make them the ideal candidate for “poppers” stuffed with cheese and fried, ensuring they hold their shape under heat.
