Pepper Jalapeño Early delivers classic jalapeño heat on a faster schedule. These non-GMO heirloom seeds produce vigorous plants that mature 7–10 days sooner than standard jalapeño varieties, making them a smart choice for cooler climates and shorter growing seasons. Expect productive plants with medium-hot peppers reaching 2–3 inches, ready in approximately 60–75 days from transplant. At 2,500–5,000 Scoville units, the peppers offer noticeable heat without overpowering their fresh flavor. Pick them green for a crisp, grassy bite or allow them to ripen red for a sweeter, more complex taste.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 8/25. OSI.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 55%

Why Choose Early Jalapeño Pepper?

• Fast Maturity: Ready 7–10 days sooner than standard jalapeños, ideal for short seasons and earlier harvests.
• Medium Heat: Peppers measure approximately 2,500–5,000 Scoville units for genuine jalapeño warmth.
• Harvest Flexibility: Pick green for crisp flavor or allow peppers to ripen red for added sweetness.
• Productive Plants: Vigorous plants produce plentiful 2–3 inch pods throughout the season.
• Heirloom and Open-Pollinated: Open-pollinated plants allow experienced gardeners to save properly isolated seed.
• Non-GMO Seeds: Produced without genetic engineering.

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Plant in full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.
• Soil: Use fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8 and amend with compost before planting.
• Starting Seeds: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost. Transplant after frost danger passes and soil reaches about 65°F.
• Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart for healthy airflow.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mulch helps stabilize moisture and suppress weeds.
• Fertilizing: Apply balanced fertilizer at transplanting, then avoid excessive nitrogen after flowering begins.
• Support: Stake or cage mature plants if heavy fruit loads begin to weigh down branches.
• Harvesting: Harvest approximately 60–75 days after transplanting, green or fully ripened red.

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh Salsa and Pico de Gallo: Dice fresh peppers into salsa, guacamole, or pico de gallo for classic jalapeño heat.
• Stuffed Poppers: Fill peppers with cream cheese, wrap with bacon if desired, then grill or bake.
• Jalapeño Cornbread: Fold finely diced peppers and shredded cheddar into cornbread batter for a savory side dish.
• Grilling: Grill whole peppers over high heat for a smoky, charred flavor alongside fajitas and kebabs.
• Pickling: Slice into rings and preserve in vinegar brine for nachos, sandwiches, and snacks.
• Roasting and Sauces: Roast or broil, then blend into sauces, salsas, and marinades.

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Nutritional Information

Applies to harvested jalapeño pepper, not planting seeds. Per medium jalapeño, approximately 14g:

• Calories: 4
• Total Fat: 0.1g (0% Daily Value)
• Sodium: 0mg (0% Daily Value)
• Total Carbohydrate: 0.9g (0% Daily Value)
• Dietary Fiber: 0.4g (1% Daily Value)
• Total Sugars: 0.5g
• Protein: 0.1g
• Vitamin C: 16.6mg (18% Daily Value)
• Vitamin A: 16mcg (2% Daily Value)

*Percent Daily Value is based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Nutritional values are estimates for harvested fruit from mature pepper plants.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Heirloom varieties may exhibit natural variation in size, color, heat level, and maturation. Results vary with growing conditions, climate, and gardening practices.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored seeds may remain viable for 2–3 years.
• Planting Zones: Best suited for USDA Hardiness Zones 5–11. Peppers thrive in warm conditions and are well adapted to Texas, the Southwest, and the Southeast.

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