Pepper, Poblano

Poblano Pepper Seeds

Open Pollinated, Non-GMO,

Minimum 20 seeds per package

Poblano Pepper plant (Capsicum annuum) is a mild chili pepper originating in Puebla, Mexico. This mild/slightly spice pepper is a favorite in hot salsas, sauces, and Mexican dish like the classic Chili Relieno.  Also great for chili powder.

Sow seed in containers, raised beds or in ground.  Full sun is needed for these peppers. You can sow 8 weeks before last frost.  Sow ¼” deep in potting soil mix, if using a heat mat it will need to be around 75-80 degrees, 12 to16 hours a day to get them to germinate.  The soil needs to be lightly moist until germination.  When the last frost has passed you can plant your seedlings outside, but be sure to allow them to go through a hardening off time before you place them directly in the ground or outside in containers. The seedlings need to adjust to temps and wind.

Or you can direct sow the seeds after last frost has passed. They do well in good draining soil, full sun and keep the soil lightly moist until germination.  As you learn how much water your plant needs as it grows, just test the soil with your finger. If it is dry about an inch down then water the plant. Watering most plants works best to water at ground level instead of overhead watering so the foliage stays dry.

The pepper is usually harvested when it is a dark green color but some folks leave the peppers until they are red and spicier!

Season: Annual

Full Sun, 8 – 12 hours (they do like a little afternoon shade during the hottest months.)

USDA Zones: does best in zones 9 plus

Height: approx. 36”

Fruit size range approximately  3” – 6”

Bloom Color: peppers are green

Soil Type: Well-draining

Deer Resistant: Yes

Temperature: 70-95F

Frost Hardy - no

Plant approx. 18” apart, in ground or large container

Sow 1/4” deep

Average Germ Time: 7 - 10 days

Moisture: Keep seeds moist until germination

Plant Spacing: 18”

Approx. 70 - 90 days to maturity

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