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Serrano Pepper Care

Capsicum annuum 'Serrano'

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What is the plant

Serrano Pepper is one of the most famous cultivars there is, with a more intense and flavorful taste than its sibling, Jalapeño. This variety adds a vibrant kick to any culinary adventure.

The Serrano Pepper is another Capsicum annuum variety. It's pretty close to other peppers and, get this, even potatoes because of its nightshade family origin! It's originally from Mexico, but you can grow it in warmer places like USDA zones 9-11. It gets about 18-24 inches tall (45-60 cm), has green leaves, colorful blooms, and small fruits that turn red when they're ripe. They're usually around 1-2 inches long and can be pretty spicy, measuring between 10,000 to 25,000 SHU (Scoville Heat Units), depending on how they were grown and when they were picked.

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Humidity

Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

Temperature

19°C - 27°C

Hardiness zone

Hardiness zone

9 - 11

Difficulty

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

  • Container

    Container

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    To grow them in pots, you'll need pretty big ones, around 5 gallons (19 liters), just because their roots love some space.

  • Fun fact

    Fun fact

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    The Serrano Pepper isn't just fiery – it's a prolific producer, yielding a lot of peppers throughout the growing season and packing more heat than a Jalapeño!

  • Popularity

    Popularity

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    1,386 people already have this plant 263 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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