Chilli Pepper Jalapeno M Seed

A classic early cropping jalapeno that produces thick walled glossy fruits with a warm rounded heat and dependable yields.

 

Jalapeno M is a trusted chilli known for its firm smooth fruits that ripen from deep green to rich red bringing flavour heat and versatility to summer gardens.

 

The fruits carry a warm approachable heat with a full fresh flavour that suits salsas grilling stuffing and everyday cooking and their thick walls give a satisfying crunch when used fresh.

 

Plants grow with a tidy upright habit and set their fruits generously along the stems creating a clean productive look that fits naturally into containers raised beds and sunny borders.

 

This variety thrives in warm bright conditions and free draining soil where it develops its best flavour and most consistent heat and it partners well with tomatoes herbs and other warm season crops.

 

Excellent reliability early maturity and steady yields making it a favourite for those who want a chilli that performs well in a wide range of conditions.

 

Fruits can be harvested green for classic jalapeno flavour or left to mature to full red for a sweeter deeper heat and they freeze or pickle beautifully for long term use.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.1 grams

 

Sowing and planting

Sow indoors February to April 

Germination 7 to 14 days at 20 to 25 C

Grow in free draining soil in full sun

Height 50 to 70 cm

Spread 35 to 45 cm

Harvest July to October 

 

Sowing instructions

Sow thinly on the surface of moist fine compost and cover lightly with a fine layer of compost or vermiculite

Keep in steady warmth until seedlings appear then pot on and grow in bright conditions before planting out after frost

 

Growing and maintenance

Water during dry spells and feed regularly to support strong fruiting

Pick fruits often to encourage continuous production

Allow a few fruits to mature fully if you want to collect seed

 

Uses and benefits

Thick walled crunchy fruits

Warm rounded heat

Ideal for stuffing grilling and salsas

Reliable early cropping plants

Perfect for containers and sunny beds

 

2500 to 8000 SHU Fresh green heat with a familiar kick

 

 

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