Quantity
About 20 seeds
Exposure
Sun
Discover the plant
Family
Nightshades
Type
Vegetable
Cycle
Annual
The Capsicum annuum ‘Jalapeño Tam’ hot pepper is an organic variety prized for its abundant production, good cold tolerance, and the culinary versatility of its fleshy fruits. In the garden, it forms a vigorous and well-branched plant that is covered with smooth peppers, first green then bright red when fully ripe, adding a vibrant touch to the vegetable patch. Its moderate heat makes it particularly interesting for those looking for a flavorful and accessible pepper that can enhance dishes without completely dominating other ingredients. The greener, milder fruits are well-suited for fresh preparations, while the red fruits develop a more assertive flavor and more pronounced heat. Easy to grow in a sunny location, this variety also stands out for its resistance to several common diseases, which reassures both beginner and experienced gardeners. Its prolonged harvest allows you to enjoy its peppers for a long time, both in the ground and in large containers. It is particularly popular for stuffings, tacos, nachos, or spicy jellies, as its crisp flesh lends itself to numerous recipes. Productive, decorative, and reliable, ‘Jalapeño Tam’ is an excellent choice for enriching the garden with a pepper that is both generous and easy to tame.
Planting guide
From plantingto establishment.
Planting depth
0.5 cm (1/4 in)
Establishment temperature
24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)
Establishment time
7 to 21 days
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Exposure
Sun
Soil
Rich and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container growing
A controlledenvironment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodJune to August
Harvest70 to 80 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plantwith it.
Good companionsBasil, carrots, tomatoes, onions
Avoid planting withFennel, peas
Stuffed, nachos, tacos, spicy jellies, spicy cuisine
