Jalapeño Pepper Seeds - Vegetable Plant

Jalapeño pepper seeds produce warm-season annual plants with a compact, bushy growth habit and sturdy stems. These plants develop elongated fruits that mature from green to red over time. Jalapeño peppers thrive in warm climates with full sunlight and require a frost-free growing period for proper development. They adapt well to a range of well-drained soils and are commonly grown in garden beds, raised beds, and containers. With consistent moisture and warmth, plants establish steadily and produce fruit throughout the growing season.

Features

• Warm-season plant with compact, bushy growth
• Produces elongated fruits that mature from green to red
• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
• Adaptable to various well-drained soil types
• Requires consistent warmth and full sunlight

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
• Common Name (US): Jalapeño Pepper
• Seed Type / Variety: Chili pepper variety
• Growth Habit: Bushy, upright annual plant
• USDA Zones: 4–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Spring (after last frost)
• Growing Season: Late spring to early fall
• Sowing Season: January to March (indoor sowing); March to May (outdoor transplanting)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 22–30°C with steady moisture
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent watering
• Mature Plant Size: 60–90 cm height; 40–60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 30–45 cm between plants