Capsicum annuum
Capsicum annuum
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The long, dark green chili peppers mature to a deep reddish-brown color, making them a flavorful addition to a wide range of recipes.
Poblano peppers are mildly hot with a mellow, aromatic flavor that adds just the right amount of warmth without overpowering a dish. Their sweet, crisp flesh and very thin rinds make them especially delicious when roasted and peeled. Use fresh poblano peppers in salsas, sauces, soups, tacos, and other favorite dishes, or stuff them with cheese, meat, rice, vegetables, and other fillings for classic stuffed peppers.
When allowed to fully ripen and dry, poblano peppers are known as ancho peppers. Dried ancho peppers can be ground into chili powder or used to add a rich, distinctive flavor to sauces, marinades, and traditional recipes. From fresh cooking and roasting to stuffing and drying, Poblano peppers are a versatile choice for gardeners who enjoy growing flavorful peppers at home.
Sku: 4048
Common Name: Pepper
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
Full Sun
10 - 20 Days
75 - 85 Days
18"+
24 - 36"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Annual
Vegetable
Spring|Summer
Summer
Characteristics: Attracts songbirds | Frost-sensitive
Color: Red when ripen.
Fill Weight (grams): 600 mg
Approximate Seed Count: 75 - 90
Flavor: This sweet pepper has a mildly hot with a mellow, aromatic flavor | 1,000 - 1,500 SHU
Preparation Ideas: Roast pepper or dry them for chili powder.
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Resistance: Deer|Rabbit
Tolerance: Heat
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Start seed indoors 8 weeks before planting outdoors. Keep seed moist in full sunlight. Transplant when 3 inches tall. Or, sow directly in garden in sunny location after frost danger is past. Plant 2 seeds every 18 inches.
Click here to learn more about growing chili peppers!
Planting Depth: 0.25"
Seed Spacing: Plant pepper seeds roughly 18" apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 2.5' apart.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
Plant hot and sweet peppers in separate areas to avoid cross-pollination. Pick peppers regularly for increased yields. Wear rubber gloves when handling fruits and do not rub your eyes.
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Overall rating: 4.75 / 5 from 8 reviews.
Review topics: ["look","seeds","peppers","plants","garden","sprouts","germination"].
"Directions were simple, clear and easy to follow, so planting was super convenient. The packet provided helpful guidance without being overwhelming and the seeds themselves were in good shape and easy to work with. I am especially looking forward to harvesting these so I can make some homemade Chiles rellenos! Definitely a smooth and enjoyable experience!"
"I received this product free from Ferry-Morse seeds and Influenster in exchange for my honest review. I planted a couple of seeds, Pepper, Poblano, organic, per pod to improve my germination changes. I didn't color code the poblano pods, which is my internal marker that these are the poblano plants. My small, beat up, tabletop hydroponic kit that I've used for many years, only has 7 plan slots and as I have these poblanos mixed with 4 other much hotter peppers; plant spot matters. The seeds look healthy and were easy to handle (I use tweezers). Can't wait for the first sprouts, and to grow some flavorful poblanos indoors. I had dried some seeds from poblano's I had bought but decided to toss them and opted for the Ferry-Morse, due to risk of disease (in the collected ones I had dried), and that they were very old. Seed storage absolutely matters! Can't wait to make chile verde with these."
"Two weeks in and I’m already seeing strong, healthy sprouts from the Ferry-Morse Poblano Pepper Seeds! Germination was quick and consistent. The seedlings look vibrant and sturdy. I’m excited to watch them grow and eventually harvest flavorful, homegrown poblanos. Highly recommend for any gardener!"
"The pic on the package looks awesome. The seeds looked like really good quality. Their was alot of seeds in the packet. They planted really well in the soil. I can't wait to they grow the peppers so I can try them."
"I recently planted the Ferry-Morse Paper Poblano organic seeds (online edition), and although they haven’t sprouted yet, I’m hopeful they will grow soon. The packaging was very nice—strong enough to protect the seeds but easy to open. I simply cut the seed paper, placed it in the soil, and have been watering it daily while keeping it in a sunny spot. Everything was clearly labeled, and the seed bag included all the necessary information, making the process easy even for beginners. According to the product description, these seeds are supposed to produce medium-yield plants with rich, mildly spicy poblano peppers that are great for cooking once fully grown. I’m excited to see how they turn out, both in terms of flavor and harvest. The growing conditions seem straightforward, and I appreciate that the seeds are organic and eco-friendly. Overall, this has been a simple and enjoyable planting experience so far."
"These Poblano seeds were a great addition to my garden. The plants produced large, hearty peppers that turned from deep green to a rich reddish brown. They had just the right level of heat — mild but flavorful. Perfect for roasting, stuffing, or drying for chili powder. The peppers were crisp and sweet with thin skin, which made them super versatile in the kitchen. Highly recommend for both beginner and experienced gardeners!"
"Planted one seed to see how fast it would sprout and I’m pretty impressed. It sprouted pretty quick. The seeds got here so fast. And they seem pretty good quality. Easy to use and can’t wait to taste them when they start producing peppers. Will be planting the rest in the garden boxes out side."
"These seeds arrived quickly in quality packaging! I just started them do they are barely germinating after about 9 days. Overall, very happy with them so far."
