{"product_id":"serrano","title":"Serrano","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"442\"\u003eSerrano Pepper is a popular hot variety known for its clean, bright heat and fresh, slightly citrusy flavour. A staple in fresh salsas, hot sauces, and traditional Mexican cooking, serranos are typically hotter than jalapeños while remaining versatile for both fresh and cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"444\" data-end=\"551\"\u003ePlants are compact and highly productive, producing abundant smooth, slender peppers throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"570\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"570\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"572\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem data-start=\"588\" data-end=\"605\"\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"608\"\u003eGrowth habit: Upright and bushy (compact)\u003cbr data-start=\"649\" data-end=\"652\"\u003eSun: Full sun\u003cbr data-start=\"665\" data-end=\"668\"\u003eSpacing: 45–60 cm (18–24\")\u003cbr data-start=\"694\" data-end=\"697\"\u003eContainer friendly: Yes; performs well in medium to large containers\u003cbr data-start=\"765\" data-end=\"768\"\u003eSupport: Not typically required; may benefit from light staking under heavy fruit load\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"879\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"858\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eFruit and Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"881\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eSerrano produces smooth, narrow peppers that ripen from green to red, offering a bright, fresh flavour and noticeable heat. Harvest green for a sharper flavour or allow to fully ripen for deeper heat and complexity. Regular harvesting encourages continued production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003eHeat level: Medium-hot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1176\" data-end=\"1190\"\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"28yrlk\" data-start=\"1192\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eFresh salsa and pico de gallo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vy28vd\" data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eHot sauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bao3at\" data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1253\"\u003ePickling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xjmsjb\" data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1278\"\u003eCooking and grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4na6od\" data-start=\"1279\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eDrying for chili flakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1336\"\u003eWhy Buy a Starter Plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1382\"\u003eStarting with an established plant provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"oyyx0a\" data-start=\"1384\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eEarlier harvest in northern climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jiv6u0\" data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1473\"\u003eFaster establishment and strong early growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14pafv5\" data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eReliable production compared to direct seeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eGrown With Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eOur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eWell suited for: salsa gardens, hot pepper growers, container gardening, and anyone looking for a reliable, medium-hot pepper with fresh flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolia Bloom Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46223051817131,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9824\/9131\/files\/p55_0d2399de-7414-4723-b1a9-b52108066c4d.jpg?v=1771536599","url":"https:\/\/petroliabloomco.com\/products\/serrano","provider":"Petrolia Bloom Co. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}