Pepper Varieties
Browse our directory of pepper varieties — from mild and fruity to face-melting hot. Each profile covers flavor notes, Scoville ratings, best culinary uses, and growing tips.
Showing 49 varieties
Fooled You Jalapeño
A truly mild jalapeño with almost no heat! Perfect for those who love jalapeño flavor but can't handle the spice. Great for kids and heat-sensitive palates. All the flavor, none of the burn.
Bell Pepper
Sweet and crunchy with zero heat. Bell peppers come in many colors and are perfect for those who want flavor without any spice.
Coolapeño
Ultra-mild jalapeño with full flavor but minimal heat (100-500 SHU). Perfect for those who love jalapeño taste but not the burn. Bred as improvement over TAM varieties. Great for kids and heat-sensitive eaters.
TAM Veracruz Jalapeño
Another mild TAM variety from Texas A&M. Even milder than original TAM with 500-1500 SHU. Full jalapeño flavor with minimal heat. Named after Veracruz, Mexico. Great for commercial mild jalapeño production.
Anaheim
Mild and versatile, Anaheim peppers are great for roasting and stuffing. Similar to poblanos but slightly milder.
Poblano
Mild and earthy, poblanos are perfect for stuffing (chiles rellenos) and roasting. When dried, they become ancho chiles.
NuMex Jalmundo
Newest giant jalapeño from New Mexico State University. Produces enormous 4-5 inch fruits with mild to medium heat. Thick walls excellent for stuffing. Released in recent years as improvement over Mucho Nacho.
TAM Jalapeño
Developed by Texas A&M, this variety offers milder heat while maintaining classic jalapeño flavor. Perfect for those who want flavor without intense spice.
Señorita Jalapeño
Unique seedless or nearly-seedless jalapeño variety. Easier to prepare and stuff, with smooth flavor and medium heat. Less pith means milder heat.
Jaloro Jalapeño
Golden-yellow jalapeño similar to Lemon Spice but with even sweeter flavor. Bred for color and mild heat. Ripens from green to brilliant golden yellow. Sometimes called "Yellow Jalapeño" - beautiful and tasty.
Jalapeño Gigante
Massive jalapeño variety growing 5-6 inches long. Thick-walled peppers are perfect for roasting and stuffing. Slightly milder due to size.
Early Jalapeño
Fast-maturing jalapeño perfect for short growing seasons. Produces peppers 10-14 days earlier than standard varieties with excellent flavor.
Lemon Spice Jalapeño
Brilliant yellow jalapeño with unique citrusy undertones. Ripens from green to lemon yellow. Milder heat with complex flavor. Beautiful color adds visual interest to any dish. Also called Yellow Jalapeño.
Jalapeño Popper Hybrid
Bred specifically for making jalapeño poppers! Extra-wide cavity for maximum stuffing space. Uniform size for consistent cooking. Thick walls for grilling. Commercial popper production favorite.
Chipotle (Smoked Jalapeño)
Not a variety, but the smoked and dried form of jalapeño peppers! Traditionally made from red, ripe jalapeños that are slowly smoked over wood. The smoking process creates complex, deep flavors.
Classic Jalapeño
The quintessential jalapeño pepper - the most widely grown and recognized variety in North America. Medium-thick walls make them perfect for fresh eating, pickling, or roasting. When left to ripen fully, they turn a vibrant red color.
Purple Jalapeño
Stunning ornamental variety with purple foliage and fruits that ripen from purple to red. Same heat and flavor as classic jalapeños but visually striking.
Jalapeño M
An improved jalapeño variety with excellent disease resistance and consistent production. Slightly larger than standard jalapeños with the same great flavor.
Fresno Pepper
Often confused with red jalapeños, Fresno peppers are slightly hotter and have thinner walls. They mature from green to red and are sweeter than jalapeños. Popular in hot sauces and fresh salsas.
El Jefe Jalapeño
Modern hybrid jalapeño bred for disease resistance and high yields. Excellent virus resistance makes it reliable in challenging climates. Large 3-4 inch fruits with classic flavor. Professional growers choice.
Gigantia Jalapeño
Extra-large jalapeño variety producing fruits up to 4 inches long with thick, meaty walls. Excellent for stuffing and grilling. Maintains classic jalapeño flavor with impressive size.
Craig's Grande Jalapeño
Legendary heirloom jalapeño producing massive 5-inch fruits. One of the largest jalapeños available. Thick walls perfect for stuffing. Named after breeder Craig LeHoullier. A must-grow for jalapeño enthusiasts.
Jalapeño
The most popular pepper in North America, jalapeños are versatile, moderately hot, and have a bright, grassy flavor. Perfect for beginners and experts alike.
Mammoth Jalapeño
Jumbo-sized jalapeño producing 3.5-4 inch fruits. Similar to Mucho Nacho but even larger. Heavy producer with thick, crispy walls. Commercial growers favorite for stuffed jalapeño production.
Traveler's Jalapeño
Specially bred for container growing and small spaces. Ultra-compact plant (12-18 inches) produces full-sized jalapeños. Perfect for patios, balconies, and urban gardens. Heavy yields despite small plant.
Orange Jalapeño
Unique jalapeño that ripens to bright orange instead of red! Same classic jalapeño flavor with beautiful color. Slightly sweeter than green, less than red. Stunning in dishes and gardens. Rare color variant.
Jalapeño Brown
Ultra-rare color variant that ripens to chocolate brown instead of red. Unique appearance with classic jalapeño flavor and slight smoky undertones. Nearly impossible to find - extreme rarity in pepper world.
Rayado Jalapeño
Extremely rare striped jalapeño with unique purple/green variegation on immature fruits. Stripes fade as pepper ripens. Same jalapeño flavor with stunning ornamental appeal. Very difficult to find seeds - collector's item.
NuMex Piñata
Colorful jalapeño that ripens from green to yellow, orange, and red. Developed by New Mexico State University for ornamental and culinary use.
Huasteco Jalapeño
Traditional variety from La Huasteca region spanning several Mexican states. Adapted to humid tropical conditions. Medium heat with complex, slightly fruity undertones. Regional culinary treasure.
Señor Jalapeño
Commercial F1 hybrid variety bred for uniformity and high yields. Medium-large fruits with consistent shape perfect for processing and commercial use. Reliable producer with good disease resistance.
NuMex Piñata Jalapeño
A colorful variety from New Mexico State University that matures from yellow to orange to red. Multiple colors can appear on the same plant, creating a "piñata" of colors. Great for fresh eating and pickling.
Conchos Jalapeño
Mexican variety prized for exceptionally thick walls and crisp texture. Perfect for pickling - walls stay crunchy even after processing. Excellent fresh eating quality. Popular in commercial pickle production.
NuMex Primavera
Early-season jalapeño from NMSU. Matures in 65 days with good yields. Medium-sized fruits with consistent shape. Developed for short-season and high-altitude growing. Great for northern gardens.
Delicias Jalapeño
Traditional variety from Delicias, Chihuahua, Mexico. Medium-sized fruits with authentic Mexican jalapeño flavor. Regional favorite for fresh salsa and traditional cooking. Slightly thicker walls than standard jalapeños.
Jalapa Jalapeño
Traditional jalapeño from Jalapa, Veracruz, Mexico - the birthplace of jalapeños! Historic variety with authentic old-world flavor. Medium-sized fruits with balanced heat. A true taste of jalapeño history.
Mucho Nacho
Extra-large jalapeño variety perfect for stuffing. Can grow up to 4 inches long with thick walls and classic jalapeño heat and flavor.
Mucho Nacho Jalapeño
Extra-large jalapeños that can grow up to 4 inches long! Perfect for stuffing and making poppers. Thick walls and consistent size make them a favorite for commercial growers and home gardeners alike.
Zapotec Jalapeño
Ancient heirloom jalapeño from Oaxaca, Mexico. Cultivated by Zapotec people for generations. Unique flavor profile with slight smokiness. Thinner walls but incredible taste. Living piece of agricultural history.
NuMex Vaquero
Heat-tolerant jalapeño bred for hot southwestern climates. Produces well even in extreme heat where other varieties struggle. Medium-hot with excellent flavor. Perfect for zones 8-10.
Espinalteco Jalapeño
Regional jalapeño from central Mexico with distinctive pointed shape. Known for intense flavor and slightly higher heat than standard jalapeños. Thin walls but exceptional taste. Prized in local markets.
Mitla Jalapeño
Smaller, hotter jalapeño variety from southern Mexico. Fruits are 2-3 inches but pack more heat than typical jalapeños. Thin walls but intense flavor. Named after ancient Zapotec city of Mitla.
Jalafuego
Hotter jalapeño variety with intense flavor. Developed for those who love jalapeño taste but want more heat. Highly productive plants.
Biker Billy Jalapeño
Named after the TV chef, this is one of the hottest jalapeño varieties. Produces abundant crops of hot, flavorful peppers. Popular among hot sauce makers and those who want extra kick.
Serrano
Similar to jalapeños but smaller and significantly hotter. Serranos have a crisp, bright flavor that works wonderfully in salsas.
Cayenne
The quintessential hot pepper for cooking, cayenne is most often dried and ground into powder. Bright, clean heat.
Thai Chili
Small but mighty! These tiny peppers deliver intense heat with a bright, slightly fruity flavor. Essential for authentic Thai cuisine.
Habanero
Intensely hot with a fruity, citrusy flavor. Habaneros pack serious heat but also bring complex tropical notes to dishes.
Ghost Pepper (Bhut Jolokia)
One of the world's hottest peppers. Ghost peppers have intense heat with a slightly fruity, smoky flavor. Handle with extreme caution!