Pepper Jalapeno DescriptionBotanical Name: Capsicum frutescens Probably the best known, old time favorite hot pepper. Plants will grow 3’ high with 3” long pods that are excellent for cooking or eating fresh. Plant CharacteristicsPlant Category: Herbs & VegetablesName: Pepper JalapenoPlant Type: Pepper Mature Size: 3'Water: ModerateExposure:: Full sunSpacing: 24"Soil Type: Clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline; well drained Planting Time: April to October CommentsComments: Scoville heat scale 2,500 - 8,000 Plant outside after last frost or April 15th. Space 1 ½ to 1’ apart. Dig hole 2-3 times larger than root ball. Mix in ¼ to 1/3 compost, backfill, press lightly and water deeply. After a few weeks, before blossoms appear, give the plant ¼ to ½ cup organic vegetable fertilizer. Water deeply and thoroughly and do not allow to dry completely. Too little water will cause “dog - tail” or curled misshapen peppers. To harvest snip the stems with scissors or clippers