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Big Jim Pepper Seeds, Hatch Chile, Heirloom, Medium Hot, Non-GMO, Fast Growing, Easy to Grow for Planting Indoor & Outdoor Gardening

Big Jim Pepper Seeds, Hatch Chile, Heirloom, Medium Hot, Non-GMO, Fast Growing, Easy to Grow for Planting Indoor & Outdoor Gardening

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Big Jim Pepper Seeds (Capsicum annuum) — Non-GMO, Mild–Medium Heat

Famous New Mexico–type chile with very long, smooth pods and gentle heat. Great for beds or large containers with support; perfect for roasting, stuffing, green chile, and salsas.

✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination

Why You’ll Love It

  • Impressively long pods (8–12″ / 20–30 cm) with classic roasted-chile flavor.
  • Mild–medium kick (~500–3,000 SHU) most seasons; crowd-pleasing heat.
  • Prolific, sturdy plants; fruits roast and peel easily.
  • Harvest green for tangy bite or red-ripe for sweeter depth.

Quick Facts (Grow Guide)

Botanical name Capsicum annuum — ‘Big Jim’ (New Mexico–type)
Sun Full sun (6–8+ hrs; warmth boosts yields)
Sowing method Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost with bottom heat; transplant after nights stay >55°F / 13°C and soil is warm.
Sowing depth ¼″ / 6 mm (light cover; keep evenly warm)
Spacing 18–24″ / 45–60 cm between plants; rows 24–36″ / 60–90 cm (stake or cage)
Germination ~7–14 days at ~75–90°F / 24–32°C
Soil Fertile, well-drained; moderate feeding; steady moisture for thick walls
Harvest Green in ~75–85 days from transplant; red-ripe ~90–100 days.

Ways to Use

  • Roast & peel for burritos, casseroles, and enchiladas.
  • Stuff with cheese or meat for hearty rellenos.
  • Dice into green chile, salsas, eggs, and soups.

What You’ll Receive

  • Select your pack size in the listing variations
  • Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
  • Simple sowing guide
  • Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds don’t sprout
Pro tip: Heat = harvest. Use a heat mat for seedlings, harden off gradually, and stake early. Pick the first pods promptly to push fresh flowering and longer, straighter fruit.