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Hot Pepper Seeds - Serrano

Most classic hot pepper used in cooking

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Prefers Moist Soil
Hydroponic Friendly
Container Friendly
Attracts Bees
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Medicinal
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Capsicum annuum

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

DAYS TO MATURITY

  • 90 to 120 days

GROWTH HABIT

  • Branching
  • Upright

PLANT TYPE

  • Chile

Grow heirloom peppers - Serrano Pepper Seeds - 10,000-25,000 Scovilles

The heirloom Serrano Pepper is another of the classic hot peppers, and one of the most commonly used for cooking. The Serrano provides a medium-hot taste, and is typically not overpowering to most palates. The pods of the Serrano can be eaten in either their green or red form.

  • Great for adding heat to salsas
  • Popular chili pepper that's easy to grow
  • Medium Hot - 10,000 - 25,000 Scoville Units

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Warm Season

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count
Packet 88
1 Ounce 5,000

Planting Guide

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Hot Pepper Seeds - Serrano

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Hot Pepper Seeds - Serrano FAQs

Is Serrano Hot Pepper resistant to animals or disease?

Serrano Hot Pepper is deer resistant, meaning deer generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma. It also shows resistance to Potato Virus Y, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

What type of seed is Serrano Hot Pepper?

Serrano Hot Pepper is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

How big will Serrano Hot Pepper get?

Serrano Hot Pepper grows to 3 to 4 inches.

What is the flavor profile of Serrano Hot Pepper?

Serrano Hot Pepper has a flavor profile described as medium and 10k - 25k scoville heat units.

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