Pepper Jalapeño TAM is the ideal choice for gardeners who want authentic jalapeño flavor with notably mild heat, around 1,500 Scoville units. Perfect for stuffed poppers, bacon-wrapped jalapeños, and family-friendly salsas, vigorous plants grow 24–31 inches tall and produce abundant dark green pods measuring about 3 by 1 inch. Their thick walls and blunt ends make them excellent for stuffing, roasting, and pickling. Matures in approximately 70 days green and 90 days red.

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

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 55%

Why Choose Pepper Jalapeño TAM?

• Mild Heat: Approximately 1,500 Scoville units with classic jalapeño flavor and approachable heat.
• Thick-Walled Pods: Dark green pods grow about 3 by 1 inch and hold up well for stuffing and poppers.
• Heavy Yields: Plants grow 24–31 inches tall and produce abundant fruit throughout the season.
• Versatile Use: Excellent for stuffing, salsa, pickling, roasting, drying, and seasoning blends.
• 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 well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8, amended with compost before planting.
• Starting Seeds: Start indoors 6–8 weeks before the last expected frost. Transplant after frost danger has passed and soil temperatures reach about 65°F.
• Spacing: Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart for healthy airflow and growth.
• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Mulch can help stabilize moisture and suppress weeds.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer at transplanting, then avoid excessive nitrogen once flowering begins so plants focus on fruit production.
• Support: Stake or cage plants as they mature because heavy yields can weigh down branches.
• Harvesting: Pick green peppers at approximately 70 days for classic flavor, or allow them to mature red at about 90 days for a sweeter taste.

Why Choose David's Garden Seeds®?

• Veteran-Owned: Supplying quality seeds since 2009.
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• Great Customer Service: David answers customer service questions, usually within a few minutes.

Cooking Methods

• Stuffed Poppers: Fill the thick-walled peppers with cream cheese, wrap with bacon if desired, then grill or bake.
• TAM Jalapeño Cornbread: Fold finely diced peppers and shredded cheddar into cornbread batter, then bake until golden for a savory side dish with gentle jalapeño warmth.
• Fresh Salsa: Dice into pico de gallo or blended salsa for gentle jalapeño heat.
• Pickling: Slice into rings and preserve in a vinegar brine for nachos, sandwiches, and snacks.
• Roasting: Char over a flame or under the broiler for smoky flavor in sauces and dips.
• Drying and Grinding: Dry mature peppers and grind them into a mild homemade seasoning.

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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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