Jalapeno Chilli Seeds – 10 pcs – mild

Jalapeno Chilli Seeds – 10 seeds to grow at home

Jalapeno chilli seeds (10 pcs) are seeds of the chilli plant Jalapeno (Capsicum annuum), which grows 60 – 100 cm tall and bears red fruits 8 – 10 cm long. The heat of the fruits is 5,000 – 8,000 SHU (Mild category, mild), and ripening takes 60 days on average. Looking for jalapeno seeds? You are in the right place.

A polytunnel or greenhouse is ideal for growing chillies from seed, but you can also raise Jalapeno at home on a windowsill or in a pot on the balcony. We sow in mid-February and plant outside in May, once there is no more risk of night frosts.

Jalapeno chilli pepper

Jalapeño is the best-known Mexican chilli, with juicy, fleshy fruits and a gentle heat. You can pick it green or let it ripen to red – it is excellent fresh, pickled or sliced onto a pizza. With your own harvest it is easy to make homemade pickled jalapeños.

How to sow chilli seeds – germination and young plants

• Sowing: mid-February in seed compost, 2 – 3 seeds per cell (not every seed germinates)
• Germinating chilli seeds: the ideal temperature is 24 – 30 °C; keep the compost moist but not wet
• After germination: room temperature and plenty of light – in winter, LED lighting helps
• Repotting: move stronger seedlings into larger pots
• Planting out: in May after the last night frosts – into a polytunnel, greenhouse, garden bed or a pot on the balcony

Tip: to start your seedlings you can use our GROW BOX with LED lighting – a mini greenhouse for your table that includes everything you need, seeds included. If you do not want to wait, choose ready-grown chilli plants instead.

What is it good with?

Slice the fruits into tacos, burgers, nachos or omelettes, stuff them with cheese, or pickle them in a jar for sandwiches and pizza.

Who is it for?

The ideal first variety for beginners – undemanding, quick to ripen and happy in a pot on the balcony. Chilli seeds also make a nice little gift for hobby gardeners and lovers of spicy food.

Product details

• Variety: Jalapeno
• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Contents: 10 seeds
• Plant height: 60 – 100 cm
• Fruit colour: red
• Fruit length: 8 – 10 cm
• Fruit ripening time: 60 days on average
• Heat: 5,000 – 8,000 SHU (Mild)
• Sowing / planting out: mid-February / May

More about the variety: Wikipedia

Heat at a glance

Our range uses four heat tiers: Mild, Medium, Extra and Ultra. Jalapeno belongs to the Mild tier (mild), at 5,000 – 8,000 SHU.

Safety

Wear gloves when handling and cutting chilli fruits, wash your hands afterwards and avoid touching your eyes. Keep seeds and fruits out of the reach of small children and pets.

FAQ

When do I sow Jalapeno chilli seeds?
In mid-February; the plants go outside in May after the last night frosts.

Can you grow chillies at home?
Yes, on a windowsill or on a balcony. The best crop comes from a polytunnel or greenhouse, though.

How many seeds are in the packet?
10 seeds of the variety Jalapeno.

Chilli Manufaktura

We are Chilli Manufaktura – we grow our own chillies and process them with care. Besides chilli seeds, you will find chilli plants, GROW BOXES with LED lighting for starting seedlings, chilli sauces, Chilli Drops, dried chilli peppers, chilli mash and more chilli specialities.