Medium Hot Pepper Seeds
Tampiqueno Serrano Pepper Seeds
Tampiqueno Serrano Pepper Seeds
Description:
Description:
Don't be fooled by its size, the Tampiqueno Serrano pepper has a big kick! Originating from Mexico, the pepper's name means "from the mountains" in Spanish, indicating these peppers live close to the mountains. These are very popular Serrano pepper for Mexican cuisine used for their distinctive flavor and heat!
Tampiqueno Serrano pepper plants grow up to 3 ft., or much taller when directly sown into the ground, and produce many small peppers. Expect them to grow between 3" long and ripen from green to bright red. These peppers are hot at either stage of maturity, so really it depends on what color you prefer having these peppers harvested at.
The heat on Tampiqueno Serrano peppers is around 5 times hotter than the Jalapeno (8,000-22,000+ SHUs), so be prepared for more than just a "little bit of heat." It's the perfect amount to pair with the spicy flavors these peppers provide. A real favorite with our friends south of the border, this is great to use in your favorite salsas, soups, and stews.
Try our other Mild Pepper Seeds! We offer a wide selection for you to choose from in our ever-expanding Pepper Seed Collection!
Prefer live pepper plants instead? Check out our Serrano Pepper Plants!
Specifications:
Specifications:
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Heat Level:
- Plant Size: 3 ft.
- Pod Size: 3 in.
- Days to Harvest: 70 - 79 days
- Origin: Mexico
- Species: Annuum
- SHU: 8,000-22,000+
Growing Instructions
Growing Instructions
Getting Started
So, you've received your seeds and are wondering what's next? At Pepper Joe's, we're committed to equipping you with everything you need to succeed in germinating the pepper seeds you've chosen. Our mission is to introduce you to a diverse array of pepper varieties, setting the stage for an exciting and rewarding gardening experience. Let's dive into the essentials together.
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What You'll Need
Seed Starting SuppliesSoil and Tray Method
- Water
- Seed Starting Soil Mix of Choice (seed starting mix is different than potting soil.)
- Seed Germination Tray
- Humidity Dome
- Heat Mat
- Temperature Controller
- Plant Light
- Plant Labels
- #2 Pencil or similar object
- Gloves (optional, but if you're dealing with super-hot peppers, oil may still be on the seed)
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Plant your Seeds
- Pre-saturate your seed starting soil mix. Ensure the seed starting mix is fully saturated prior to planting your seed.
- Make a ¼-inch hole in the center of each seed starting cell. A #2 pencil eraser is a great tool for making these holes.
- Place your seed and cover gently with soil.
You can plant up to 4 seeds per cell to help ensure successful germination.
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Starting Peppers from Seed4. Place your heat mat under your base tray and your humidity dome on top. For best results, set your temperature controller between 75 - 80 degrees.
5. Place your plant light above the seed starting tray and turn on. Refer to the plant light manufacturers instructions for the optimal distance. Plant light should remain on for 14 to 16 hours per day.
6. Enjoy watching them grow! See our full instruction page below for more information.
