30 Early Jalapeño Pepper Seeds – Capsicum annuum, Mildly Spicy, Fast Growing

Early Jalapeño is a dependable, mildly spicy chili pepper that matures faster than many other jalapeño varieties, making it a favorite for short-season gardens and container growing. The compact plants produce smooth, dark green fruits that can be harvested early for a milder heat or left to ripen to red for added sweetness and warmth. These versatile peppers are ideal for fresh salsas, pickling, stuffing, and everyday cooking.

Early Jalapeño is easy to grow from seed and performs well in garden beds, raised beds, and patio containers. With its quick maturity and steady yields, it is a practical choice for both new and experienced gardeners who want homegrown peppers earlier in the season.

Plant Features

• Mildly spicy jalapeño peppers with classic flavor
• Faster maturing than many standard jalapeño varieties
• Compact, productive plants suited to containers
• Fruits ripen from green to red
• Versatile for fresh eating, pickling, and cooking

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Plant Type: Annual pepper
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start jalapeño seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost, sowing about 1/4 inch deep in a warm, moist seed-starting mix. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged and provide warmth for reliable germination. Once seedlings have several true leaves and nighttime temperatures stay warm, harden them off gradually before transplanting outdoors.

Set plants in full sun and water regularly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Mulch to retain moisture and keep weeds down. Harvest green peppers as needed, or let them ripen to red for a sweeter, warmer flavor.

What's Included

30 Early Jalapeño Pepper seeds (Capsicum annuum).