Jalapeño ‘Craig’s Grande’ Hot Pepper
Capsicum annuum
Big, bold, and full of flavor, Craig’s Grande Jalapeño produces thick-walled, meaty peppers with classic jalapeño heat. This heirloom variety is a favorite for making fresh salsa, stuffing, grilling, and all your favorite spicy dishes.
With high yields and excellent flavor, it’s a must-grow for anyone who loves homegrown peppers.
🌶️ Why You’ll Love It
Large, thick-walled jalapeños
Classic heat with rich flavor
Perfect for salsa, stuffing, and grilling
Productive and reliable
Great for garden beds or containers
🌱 Plant Details
Days to Maturity: 70–75 days
Heat Level: Medium (classic jalapeño heat)
Fruit: Large, green peppers that can mature to red
Habit: Upright, bushy
Light Requirement: Full sun (8–12 hours)
Soil: Rich, well-drained
Water Needs: Moderate; consistent watering for best fruiting
Frost Tolerance: Not frost hardy
📏 Size & Spacing
Plant Spacing: 14–18 in
Height: 24–36 in
Spread: 18–24 in
🍽️ Uses
Fresh salsa
Stuffed jalapeños
Grilling
Pickling
Cooking
✔ Garden Benefits
High yields
Easy to grow
Great container option
Heirloom variety
💡 Growing Tip:
For best production, harvest peppers regularly—this encourages the plant to keep producing throughout the season.