{"product_id":"chilli-jalapeno-seeds-capsicum-annuum","title":"Chilli Jalapeño Seeds — Capsicum annuum","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe World's Most Beloved Chilli\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJalapeño\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e) is the iconic Mexican chilli that needs no introduction — thick-walled, juicy, and packed with a bright, clean heat that's hot enough to excite but mild enough for everyday cooking. Pods ripen from dark green to red, and can be harvested at either stage. Jalapeños are incredibly versatile: stuff them, pickle them, slice them fresh, smoke them into chipotles, or toss them on the barbecue. A must-have for any NZ kitchen garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌶️ \u003cstrong\u003eClassic heat\u003c\/strong\u003e — bright, clean warmth at 2,500–8,000 Scoville units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🥑 \u003cstrong\u003eThick, juicy walls\u003c\/strong\u003e — perfect for stuffing, pickling, and grilling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🔥 \u003cstrong\u003eSmoke into chipotles\u003c\/strong\u003e — red ripe jalapeños smoked low and slow are incredible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e⚡ \u003cstrong\u003eProlific producer\u003c\/strong\u003e — heavy crops of pods over a long season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eGreat in pots or garden beds\u003c\/strong\u003e — compact and easy to manage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow seeds indoors in seed-raising mix 8–10 weeks before the last frost (July–September). Capsicums love warmth — use a heat mat if possible to maintain soil temperature of 24–28°C for germination. Transplant seedlings outdoors into a warm, sunny, sheltered spot once all frost risk has passed (October–November). Space plants 45–60 cm apart in rich, well-drained soil. Water consistently and feed with a potassium-rich fertiliser once flowering begins. Harvest green for classic jalapeño flavour, or leave to ripen red for extra sweetness and heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e💡 \u003cstrong\u003eGrower's tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Score the skin of ripe red jalapeños and cold-smoke them over wood chips for homemade chipotle — a real treat!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e5 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Jalapeño Chilli (\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e), with sowing and growing instructions included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45307209875525,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/image_c237f195-cc37-4972-8b81-979900b3dc94.png?v=1783399640","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/chilli-jalapeno-seeds-capsicum-annuum","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}