Vegetable

Jalapeño

Capsicum annuum 'Jalapeño'

Medium-heat Mexican classic — pick green or red, both delicious.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Moderate

Soil

Rich, well-drained

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Fruit

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Tender

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks heat-loving jalapeño varieties bred for short UK seasons and container growing.

Crocus

Offers deep pots essential for jalapeño root systems in London's cool, wet climate.

Amazon UK

Provides specialist grow lights and heat mats to extend jalapeño seasons indoors.