Purple Jalapeño

Pepper

75d to harvest

Indigo-purple pods glow like polished amethyst on sturdy plants, maturing to a rich, velvety heat that builds with each bite. Purple Jalapeño peppers are crisp-fleshed and pleasantly thick-walled, with a bright, peppery snap and a lively, medium-hot burn that’s ideal for roasting and grilling, then spooned into salsas and sauces for color-forward flavor. Grow them for fresh snacking when young, or let them ripen fully for deeper, smokier intensity that also shines in pickling brine.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 13th
Last Frost	May 8th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 3rd
Harvest Begins	Sep 16th
Harvest Ends	Sep 30th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Recommended Companions

Horapha Basil

Lemon Gem Marigold

Red Long Of Tropea Onion

Ringmaster Onion

Sweet Dani Basil

Inca II Marigold

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common pest or disease issue for Capsicum annuum (Purple Jalapeño), and what should I do?

Watch for aphids and whiteflies, which can cause leaf curl and sticky honeydew on hot-pepper foliage. Spray the undersides of leaves with insecticidal soap or a strong water blast, then repeat every 5–7 days for 2–3 rounds. Also prevent fungal problems like blossom-end rot and leaf spotting by avoiding overhead watering and ensuring fast drainage so the root zone doesn’t stay wet.

How often should I water Purple Jalapeño during the main growing phase?

During flowering and fruit set, keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings if it’s hot. Water when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry, and don’t let peppers swing from dry to saturated because uneven moisture can lead to misshapen fruit and blossom-end rot risk.