Chili Jalapeno (C. annuum)
Jalapeño is pronounced ‘halapeno’ and originates from Xalapa in Mexico. It is a green bullet-shaped fruit of medium length 5-9cm by 2.5cm. the jalapeño heat level varies from mild to hot depending on cultivation and preparation and can have from a few thousand to over 10,000 Scoville heat units.
Plant type: Tender Perennial
Sow when: Spring - soil temp. best at 27 - 32˚c
Sow where: Punnets
Spacing: 50cm
Position: Full sun
Harvest: 80-90 days
Seeds per package: 30