Numex Big Jim Hot Pepper

Numex Big Jim Hot Pepper

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Open pollinated.

  • 75-80 days. 24”-36” plants.
  • Medium hot, 8”-10” fleshy tapered peppers are only semi-hot.Makes spectacular chiles Rellenos.
  • Numex Big Jim Hot Pepper  is very productive.
  • Developed by New Mexico State University.

Planting Directions:   Sow seed indoors 8 weeks before last frost. Plant seed ¼” deep in sterile seed mix and maintain soil temperature of  65° to 95° with 85° optimum for germination. Germinates in 5 to 14 days. Transplant when first set of true leaves appear. Fertilize regularly and provide at least 12 hours of light per day. Transplant into garden when soil temperatures are70°-85° in soil enriched with rich compost or a general purpose fertilizer. Space plant 12” apart and water moderately and evenly until peppers form. Reduce water as peppers mature. Peppers need warmth to grow so do not rush transplanting into the garden.