Jalapeño Pepper – Live Plant | Classic Hot Pepper 65 Days

America’s Favorite Hot Pepper — Bold, Clean Heat Every Time

Jalapeño (Capsicum annuum) is America’s most beloved hot pepper — thick-walled, cone-shaped fruits measuring 3–4 in long that deliver bold, clean heat. Vigorous plants bear heavily all season. Pick green for maximum heat or allow to ripen red for a slightly sweeter flavor. Essential for salsas, nachos, pickling, and cheese sauces.

Plant Details

• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Heat Level: 2,500–8,000 SHU (medium)
• Fruit: 3–4 in long × 1.5 in wide, thick-walled, dark green to red
• Plant Size: 24–30 in tall
• Days to Maturity: 65 days from transplant
• Best For: Salsa, pickling, nachos, cheese sauce, stuffing
• Container Friendly: Yes – 5-gallon pot

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun with rich, well-draining soil. Amend the planting hole with compost and feed every 2–3 weeks for the first 6 weeks. Mulch the base with 1–2″ of compost to retain moisture. Keep indoors during cold snaps below 55°F.

Harvest Tips

Harvest with clean garden scissors when fruits are firm and dark green. Frequent harvesting encourages new bud formation and extends the productive season.