Jalapeno peppers (Capsicum annuum) are a popular variety of chili pepper that is known for their medium to high level of heat and their characteristic green color. They are often used in a wide variety of dishes, including salsas, sauces, and marinades. They are also commonly used for pickling and canning.
To grow Jalapeno peppers, you will need:
- Well-drained, fertile soil
- Full sun
- Seeds or seedlings
Growing Instructions:
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Start seeds indoors in pots 6-8 weeks before the last frost date, or sow seed directly into the ground after the last frost date.
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Transplant seedlings to the garden or direct-sow seed into the garden after all danger of frost have passed and the soil has warmed up. Space the plants about 18-24 inches apart.
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Water the pepper plants regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize the pepper plants with a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
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Provide support for the pepper plants, such as a stake or a cage, as they grow.
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Harvest the peppers when they are fully ripe and have reached their mature size.
Chart:
Week | Task |
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1-6 | Start seeds indoors in pots or sow seeds directly into the ground after the last frost date |
6-8 | Transplant seedlings to the garden or direct-sow seeds into the garden |
8-12 | Water the pepper plants regularly, keep the soil consistently moist |
12-16 | Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer |
16-20 | Provide support for the pepper plants |
20-24 | Harvest the peppers when they are fully ripe and have reached their mature size |