It is crisp, bright and notably hotter than the jalapeño it resembles. Typically eaten raw. Popular in pico de gallo, salsas, and soups. This Tampiqueño variety has superior flavor compared to other serranos. Small 2-1/2″ long and 1/2″ wide peppers grow on productive 24″ plants. A little pepper with a big kick. Capsicum annuum (78 days) Heirloom – Open-pollinated

Heat Level: Very Hot Scoville 15,000 – 25,000

Packet contains 30 seeds.

In early spring, start seeds indoors 8 weeks prior to warm nightly temperatures. Place the seeds in sterile media and cover 1/4” deep. Provide 85°F bottom heat, bright light and keep moist at all times. Seeds will germinate in 7 – 21 days. Transplant seedlings into pots and grow until there are 6 true leaves on the plant. Plant them directly into rich soil, 30” apart or into large 5 gallon containers. Harvest chiles when they are green. If left on the plant a couple more weeks, the chiles will turn red at full maturity.