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Poblano Peppers and slices with miniature Pyramid sculpture.
Overflowing handful Poblano Peppers
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Trio of Poblano Peppers being held up in garden.
Poblano Pepper sliced open exposing seeds and ribs.
Poblano Hot Pepper on a white background.
Poblano Peppers and slices with miniature Pyramid sculpture.
Overflowing handful Poblano Peppers
Poblano Pepper spray on marble background.
Trio of Poblano Peppers being held up in garden.
Poblano Pepper sliced open exposing seeds and ribs.

Hot Pepper Seeds,
Poblano

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Description

(Capsicum annuum). One of the most popular chilis in Mexico! 3- to 6-inch heart-shaped fruit is usually of gentle heat, at around 2000 Scovilles. Used green, after roasting and peeling, it is the classic pepper for chili rellenos. Dried, the fruit turns a rich dark red-brown and may be ground into an authentic red chili powder. Plants reach 2 feet or so.

Growing Tips: The Poblano pepper is a mild, versatile, heirloom pepper that grows best in warm conditions, in rich and well-draining soil. The plants prefer full sun but during the hottest summer weather also appreciate a bit of afternoon shade.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Capsicum annuum
Sun Requirement
8–12 hr.
Days to Germinate
7–10
Days to Maturity
75
Planting Depth
¼ in.
Plant Spacing
14–18 in.
Ideal Temperature
70–95°F
Frost Hardy
No

Growing Guide

When to Grow

Start Poblano seeds indoors about 8-12 weeks before your area’s last frost date to give the plants enough time to establish before transplanting. Transplant outdoors only after the last frost has passed and temperatures stay above 65 F. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Save Seeds

  • Peppers are mainly self-pollinating, but bees occasionally work pepper flowers as well.
  • To be absolutely sure that you will not have any crossing, different varieties should be isolated by at least 500 feet.
  • To save seed, allow the fruit to mature fully; then simply remove seeds.
  • It is a good idea to wear gloves when working with very hot peppers, and to consider wearing a mask when working with a large quantity of dried seeds.
  • Let seeds dry for a week before storing them in a jar.
  • Pepper seeds will remain viable for up to 5 years.

FAQ

How hot is a Poblano?

Gentle, by chili standards — usually around 2000 Scovilles. It is one of the most popular chilis in Mexico.

How is the fruit used?

The 3- to 6-inch heart-shaped fruit is used green, roasted and peeled, and it is the classic pepper for chili rellenos. Left to dry, it turns a rich dark red-brown and may be ground into an authentic red chili powder.

How big do the plants get, and what do they want?

Plants reach about 2 feet and mature in roughly 75 days. They grow best in warm conditions in rich, well-draining soil, spaced 14 to 18 inches apart. They prefer full sun, though during the hottest summer weather they also appreciate a bit of afternoon shade.

Customer reviews

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What gardeners are saying

  • Comes in waves: Plants set crop after crop, often 30 or more peppers each.

  • Made for stuffing: Thick walls and earthy flavor for rellenos and roasting.

  • Big, top-heavy plants: Plants reach 4 to 6 feet; stake or cage them early.

  • Keeps going in heat: Still blooming and setting fruit at 100 degrees.

  • Heads up: Heat ranges mild to fiery; fruit often runs smaller than expected.

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