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Capsicum jalapeno, Capsicum annum is a popular short
lived perennial to 90 cm, producing red chillies to 10 cm
long. It is a Mexican variety used for hot pepper eating
contests in the USA. This species is widely grown
throughout the world, but especially in warm temperate to
tropical climates.
It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to September.
The green sausage-shaped fruits are 3 inches or so long,
turning bright red when ripe. Plants are prolific, and
will produce peppers until frost. Hot Pepper 2.5K-5K (Scoville
Units), 100 times less than Habanerno. Use fresh or dried.
Ideal for spicy cooked foods, sauces, for salsa and
salads.
Hardiness zones 9 -11, (-5°C/25°F, 4°C/40°F) in
Winter. The plant can tolerate a small amount of frost.
Likes good well drained soil, very alkaline and a sunny
position. Peppers are not heavy feeder. Once flowering
begins, fertilizer should be withheld; otherwise, flowers
may drop without setting fruit. Water regularly, do not
overwater.
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