PEPPER (HOT)
Fresno

A medium-hot Jalapeno-style chile from Mexico that is 2-3" long and 1 1/4" wide with medium-thick flesh. The fruit is borne on a short, upright growing plant and the fruit is very pungent. Fresno chiles are used primarily in salsas. Red when ripe.

Heat scale: 6 (out of 10)

Source: Vegetable Seed Warehouse
Days to germination: 10-20
Days to harvest: 85?
Planting depth: 1/4"
Spacing (row/plant): 24-30"/12-18"

Certified Organic

Suggestions: If saving seeds, plant hot and sweet peppers in separate areas to avoid cross-pollination. Pick peppers regularly for increased yields.

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