Fresno Pepper Seeds – Non-GMO Heirloom

(about 2,500–10,000 Scoville). A modern chef favorite, Fresno peppers are wonderful fresh, roasted, or blended into sauces. Who it's for Ideal for cooks who love jalapeno-level heat with a fruitier edge, and gardeners wanting a colorful, versatile fresh chile. How & when to plant Start indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Sow 1/4 inch deep in warm soil at 75–85°F; germination takes 10–21 days. Transplant after nights stay above 55°F, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun. Grow as an annual; best in USDA zones 4–11 with a warm season. Harvest Pods mature in about 75–80 days from transplant. Pick green for milder, crisp flavor or leave them to ripen red for more sweetness and heat. Cut pods free with scissors and harvest often to keep plants producing. Benefits & uses Fresno peppers shine fresh in salsas and pico de gallo, roasted for tacos, or blended into hot sauces and marinades. Their thick walls and bright color also make them excellent for pickling. Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Fresno Pepper From Seed , for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.