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Jalapeño 'Craig's Grande'
PepperCapsicum annuum 'Craig's Grande'
- Full sun
- Zones 4–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 18" spacing
- pH 6–7
Overview
An exceptionally large jalapeño variety that produces peppers nearly twice the size of standard jalapeños while maintaining authentic heat and flavor. These jumbo peppers are perfect for stuffing, and their thick walls make them ideal for jalapeño poppers and grilling applications. A must-grow for jalapeño lovers who want impressive size.
Planting
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant 2-3 weeks after last frost when soil is warm.
Growing
Sun: full. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, pepper weevil, thrips, spider mites. Common diseases: Bacterial spot, anthracnose, phytophthora blight.