Serrano Hot Pepper Plant

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- Spacing: 16 inches
- Days to Harvest: 75
- Scores 5,000-23,000 Scoville heating units
- Each 3-Inch Pot contains 1 Serrano Hot Pepper Plant

Plant Features

Serrano Hot Pepper Plants produce fruits that are a slightly hotter than the jalapenos. They are commonly used in Mexican salsas and sauces or any recipe that needs a spicy kick. Fruits come in a variety of colors; red, brown, orange or yellow. Serrano is an easy grower that adapts well to hot, humid gardens. Renowned as a cherished heirloom, Serrano has delighted gardeners for generations.

Our Serrano Hot Pepper Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

- Transplant when soil temperatures reaches 60°F

Soil Preparation:

- Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8
- Add compost or aged manure (in the fall before planting)

Watering Specifics:

- Water consistently
- Avoid overwatering, which can lead to blossom end rot

Fertilizer Type:

- Use a balanced, low-nitrogen fertilizer at planting. We recommend Espoma's Tomato Tone.

Pruning and Training:

- Pinch off early blossoms to encourage stronger plant growth

Pollination:

- Self-pollinating, but benefit from insect and wind or mechanical movement

Additional Pest Management:

- Watch for aphids, flea beetles, and cutworms
- Monitor for signs of bacterial spot or other diseases

Harvesting Indicators:

- Harvest when peppers reach desired size and color
- Cut rather than pull to avoid damaging the plant

Storage:

- Store unwashed peppers in the refrigerator for up to a week
- Can be frozen for longer storage

Companion Plants:

- Basil: Improves flavor and repels pests
- Onions: Deter pests
- Carrots: Loosen soil for pepper roots

Attribute name	Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight	8+ hours
Overwinter Zones	9, 10, 11
Watering Needs	Consistently moist, but not waterlogged
Soil Properties	Well-drained
Growing Zones	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Attribute name	Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
When to harvest	As the fruits starting turning red
Production Time	Multiply Pickings
Habit	Upright
Foliage Color	Green
Features	Heat tolerant
Garden Styles	Container Garden
Plant Used for	Food Production
Plant Type	Open-Pollinated

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Many serrano peppers from one

We've enjoyed them in various salsas all summer. Now, in late August, they have turned bright red. And are spicier! Had an 'ouch' the other day with a red one in a salad. Will remove all the seeds/membranes in future. I have frozen a number of them whole for winter stews.

From Ann | August 29, 2024

Serrano Peppers

Bought 2 Serrano plants to try my hand at growing them indoors under a plant light. Only had them about a week but it looks go so far. I've bought a few houseplants from Amazon with mixed results when it comes to packaging. GrowJoy did the best packaging job I have seen for plants. Plants and pots very secure. I left the plants in their original pots for a couple days to give them a chance to adjust then transplanted them both in a 14x12 inch pot.

From Paul | September 21, 2023

Very Happy

I am very pleased with my plant which arrived in a nicely protected container. Thank you Grow Joy for having what I wanted the plant is healthy and growing tall.

From Jennifer | August 06, 2023

Getting peppers!

This plant arrived 2 months ago, healthy! I'm getting peppers now, a ton! I will always order plants from this site!

From Stephanie | October 13, 2022

Healthy Plant with Firm Spicy Peppers

Arrived healthy as usual from Growjoy, transplanted into 1'x1' area in raised garden bed. Unfortunately made the mistake of planting this next to the tomatoes and cucumbers which tried shading the pepper plant every chance they could. Plant grew to a little over 1' tall and produced about 20 ripe peppers so far. The peppers have a great firm texture and crunch to go along with the spiciness. This is a must grow variety, but take note to give it room to not get shaded out by bigger plants like tomatoes. Even still, happy I planted them and plan on replanting again next season.

From Lourance | September 05, 2022

Strong producer

Great quality. Already producing fruit. Plant seems very healthy.

From Pamela | July 06, 2021

Look great

Excited, put in ground last Saturday May 2

From Deborah | May 08, 2020

Serrano Hot Pepper Plant

very good

From Linda | May 30, 2019

Exactly what I wanted

I received both the Serrano Hot Pepper plant and the Anaheim Pepper plant in great condition. They have been replanted and are thriving.

From Thomas | May 24, 2019

Pepper plants 3

The best! Strong, vibrant plants.

From Jamison | May 18, 2019

pepper plants

I really love this company, its the only place I go now good people

From Linda | June 29, 2018

Green Serrano Hot Peppers

Came across GrowJoy while I was searching for Green Serrano Hot Pepper starter plants, and was delighted they were available, so I bought 9 plants. They arrived last week all neatly and carefully packed. We planted them, and now, they are already flowering and fruiting! Thanks, Growjoy, for these beautiful and healthy plants!! <3

From MEE SENG | June 21, 2018

Received and looks great!

The plant arrived in great condition and was surprised to see that it wasn’t damaged during the travel. Was shipped perfectly in the box and the plant looks healthy. Was very pleased and I will definitely order again. Thanks! : )

From anonymous | May 04, 2018

Great place to order from

Always perfect Serrano Hot Pepper Plants delivered here!

From anonymous | May 29, 2015

Serrano

Serrano Hot Pepper Plant is excellent

From John | April 06, 2015

Serrano Hot Pepper Plant

Can't wait to try these out!!! First time! They shipped wonderfully!!!

From Robin | May 19, 2014

Serrano Hot Pepper Plant

Great plant

From Mildred | April 09, 2014

Great Condition

I received my four Serrano Peppers in perfect condition. I planted them last week and they are already thriving in the California sun. If all goes well when they start producing, I'll definitely order more items from GrowJoy.

From Paul | April 09, 2014

Hot Pepper order

Serrano plants arrived in good condition.

From Debbie | March 27, 2014

Serrano Pepper

Very good plant. Great packaging and shipping

From Cody | June 26, 2013

wow plants mailed in a box!

I have to admit I was a little sceptical when I made the decision to order plants online. I searched all over locally trying to find Serrano Pepper plants but couldn't find any. I went online to see if I could at least find some seeds and I couldn't believe my eyes. Plants that could be mailed and at a great price. A couple days after I ordered the plants they arrive safe and sound. The packaging really is incredible and the plants were all straight and healthy looking. They are all planted now and growing so nice. I'll be sure to order more next year for sure.

From steven | June 20, 2013

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