Capsicum annuum
Capsicum annuum
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It is a relatively small variety, producing 3"-4" peppers. These peppers go from green to deep red when mature. This variety is perfect for those who want a little heat, but not too much. The Tam has a mild taste that ranges from 1,000 to 3,500 SHU.
Sku: 4121
Vendor: Ferry-Morse
Full Sun
10-12 Days
80-90 Days
12"+
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
Approximate Number of Seeds Per Packet: 105
Flavor: Very mild hot pepper.
Preparation Ideas: Use in salsa, sauces, pickling, or in place of hotter jalapenos.
Plant Type: Vegetable
Fill Weight (grams): 0.75
Growth Type: Hot
Disease Resistance: Potato virus y
Start Tam Jalapeno Peppers seeds indoors 8 weeks before planting outdoors. Keep seed moist and in full sunlight. Transplant when 3" tall. Or, sow directly in the garden in a sunny location after the danger of frost is past. Plant 2 seeds every 18". Thin to 1 plant every 18" when 3" tall. Use a balanced fertilizer when 6" tall to increase production.
Planting Depth: .25"
Seed Spacing: Sow Tam Jalapeno Peppers seeds roughly 18" apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 2.5' apart.
Plant hot and sweet peppers in separate areas to avoid cross-pollination. Pick peppers regularly for increased yields.
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