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Pepper profile

Craig’s Grande Jalapeño

Origin
USA (selection)
Species
Capsicum annuum
Ripe color
Green to Red
Pod size
3-4 inches

Scoville heat range

6,000 – 8,000 SHU

Mild heat level

About Craig’s Grande Jalapeño

Craig’s Grande Jalapeño is extra-large selection. Rating 6,000-8,000 SHU offers medium heat. Significantly larger than standard jalapeños. Perfect for making large poppers. The size is impressive. Thick walls great for stuffing. Very productive plants. Same classic jalapeño flavor. The large size reduces prep time. Popular for commercial popper production.

Flavor profile

Medium jalapeño heat

In the kitchen

Extra-large jalapeños, stuffing

Growing information

Difficulty
Easy
Days to harvest
70-80 days
Plant height
24-36 inches

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