{"product_id":"medium-hot-pepper-seeds-jalapeno-serrano-red-hot-cherry-peppers-heirloom-chili-seeds","title":"Medium Hot Pepper Seeds – Jalapeño, Serrano \u0026 Red Hot Cherry Peppers, Heirloom Chili Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMedium Hot Pepper Seeds for Planting – Jalapeño, Serrano Tampiqueño \u0026amp; Red Hot Cherry Peppers – Heirloom Chili Seeds (Capsicum annuum)\u003c\/strong\u003e include three flavorful pepper varieties with different shapes, heat levels, and culinary uses. \u003cstrong\u003eJalapeño Pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e produces thick-walled, medium-sized green peppers that mature to red, with a familiar medium heat and fresh, slightly grassy flavor. \u003cstrong\u003eSerrano Tampiqueño Pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e produces slender, pointed peppers that are generally hotter than Jalapeños, with a bright, sharp chile flavor ideal for salsa and sauces. \u003cstrong\u003eRed Hot Cherry Pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e produces small, round, cherry-shaped peppers that ripen to bright red and combine noticeable heat with a slightly sweet, juicy flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe main difference between these three varieties is heat and fruit shape. Jalapeño offers balanced medium heat with thick flesh, making it excellent for stuffing, grilling, pickling, and salsa. Serrano Tampiqueño is slimmer and typically hotter, making it especially good for fresh salsa, hot sauces, and Mexican dishes. Red Hot Cherry produces round, thick-walled fruits with a sweet-hot flavor that works well for pickling, stuffing, roasting, and appetizers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Season\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest planted in: Spring \u0026amp; Early Summer (Warm-Season Crop)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors approximately 8–10 weeks before the last expected spring frost. Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures consistently remain above approximately 55°F (13°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeppers grow best in warm temperatures between approximately 70–85°F (21–29°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow Medium Hot Pepper Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors in trays or small pots filled with moist seed-starting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow seeds approximately ¼ inch deep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain soil temperatures between 75–85°F (24–29°C) for reliable germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds typically germinate within approximately 7–21 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvide strong light after germination and harden seedlings outdoors for approximately 7–10 days before transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location receiving at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily and provide fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace plants approximately 18–24 inches apart, with rows about 24–36 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants generally grow upright but may benefit from stakes or small cages when heavily loaded with fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContainer growing is possible in medium to large pots with excellent drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Care for Medium Hot Pepper Plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater deeply and consistently during flowering and fruit development, allowing the upper soil surface to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply mulch around established plants to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and maintain warm soil conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeed with a balanced vegetable fertilizer during active growth. Avoid excessive nitrogen after flowering begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonitor for common pests such as aphids, flea beetles, spider mites, and pepper hornworms. Good spacing and soil-level watering help reduce disease problems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJalapeño Peppers generally mature approximately 70–80 days after transplanting. Harvest green for a fresh, medium-hot flavor or allow them to mature red for greater sweetness and deeper flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerrano Tampiqueño Peppers generally mature approximately 75–85 days after transplanting. Harvest while green for a crisp, bright heat or allow fruits to turn red for a fuller, slightly sweeter flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Hot Cherry Peppers generally mature approximately 75–85 days after transplanting. Harvest when fruits become round, firm, and bright red for their characteristic sweet-hot flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut peppers from the plants with clean scissors or pruning shears. 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