Jalapeno Chile

These prolific plant will produce many tasty deep green chiles. Plants will grow to about 24-30 inches tall and benefit being supported by stakes once they are bearing fruit, they become very heavy.

Plant in full sun in soil that is well amended with compost and fertilizer. Water regularly to encourage vigorous growth. Feed every month with liquid vegetable fertilizer.

Harvest when peppers are fully sized up and deep green, about 3 inches long. Pepper may even be left on the plant to mature and turn red. Add to your favorite salsa raw or roasted, or try pickling them.

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