Giant Jalapeño
- Brand: Petrolia Bloom Co.
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Giant Jalapeño produces extra-large jalapeños, about twice the weight of a standard pod, with classic jalapeño flavour. Heat is mild to medium, making it a versatile kitchen pepper.Plants grow about 60 cm tall and are productive. Large pods make it a favourite for stuffing.Plant DetailsBotanical name: Capsicum annuumGrowth habit: Upright...
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Giant Jalapeño produces extra-large jalapeños, about twice the weight of a standard pod, with classic jalapeño flavour. Heat is mild to medium, making it a versatile kitchen pepper.
Plants grow about 60 cm tall and are productive. Large pods make it a favourite for stuffing.
Plant Details
Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
Growth habit: Upright and bushy (medium height)
Foliage: Green
Sun: Full sun
Spacing: 35–45 cm (14–18")
Container friendly: Yes; performs well in large containers
Support: Recommended under heavy fruit load
Fruit and Harvest
Pods are about 12–13 cm long, thick-walled and tapered, ripening from dark green to red. Pick green for classic jalapeños or red for a sweeter flavour; light corking on the skin is normal.
Heat level: Medium (2,500–8,000 SHU)
Excellent for:
- Poppers and stuffing
- Pickling
- Salsas
- Grilling
- Smoking for chipotle
Why Buy a Starter Plant?
Starting with an established plant provides:
- Earlier harvest in northern climates
- Faster establishment and vigorous growth
- Reliable production for longer-season peppers
Grown With Care
Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting once temperatures are consistently warm.
Well suited for: Well suited for: home gardens, containers and anyone who makes stuffed jalapeños.
