Description
Jalapeño peppers produce thick-walled green fruits that turn red when fully ripe. The existing listing describes 3–5-inch peppers on plants about 2–3 feet tall, with harvest beginning in roughly 70–80 days. These versatile peppers are popular for salsa, pickling, stuffing, and pepper jelly.
In Alabama, transplant after the danger of frost has passed and the soil is warm. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Water consistently during flowering and fruit development, mulch to conserve moisture, and provide enough space for air circulation in humid weather. Harvest green or let peppers ripen red for a sweeter flavor. Protect plants from frost and wear gloves when cutting hot peppers.
