Introduction
Growing your own peppers can be a rewarding experience, especially for beginners. With the right conditions, you can cultivate a variety of peppers that add flavor to your meals and satisfaction to in your very own garden in the Chicagoland area.
Peppers are a popular choice to grow in gardens as many enjoy a small kick to their meals but it would be better to grow your own so that you don’t have to go out every time to the grocery store just for the extra flavor. Here we’ll give some recommendations on what pepper seeds to buy as well as a few tips on how to grow them to ensure that you may have a great time cultivating and devouring.
**Heads Up: Meant for beginners so information is pretty bare as long as you follow packaging directions, these peppers are really easy to grow**
Choosing the Right Peppers
In Chicago’s climate, certain types of peppers thrive better than others. Bell peppers and jalapeños are excellent choices for novice gardeners. Both are relatively easy to grow and can withstand the fluctuations in temperature that are common in the area.
- 🇺🇸 USA – All our bell pepper seeds are proudly grown and packaged in the USA by small family owned biz
- 🫑 PROFESSIONAL – Pepper seed packets printed on water resistant packaging with growing instructions
- 🫑 FOOLPROOF – Instructions for growing your red pepper seeds for planting on packet, easy to grow
- 🏆 – TRUSTED AND POPULAR FOR HOME GARDENS – Not only is this one of the most popular bell peppers in America, found in al…
- 🌱 – KNOW WHERE YOUR FOOD HAS BEEN – Don’t worry about your food being sprayed by commercial farmers or coughed on and dr…
- 👩🏫 – INSTRUCTIONS INCLUDED – Easy to follow instructions on each pack of seeds, and RDR Seeds customer service is alway…
- 🇺🇸 USA- All of our seeds, including the Jalapenos seeds are heirloom, open-pollinated and non-gmo, grown in the USA. Don…
- ✅ HOT PEPPER – Jalapeno seeds produce a spicy hot pepper that is most often used in salsa and Mexican meals. A jalapeno …
- ✅ EASY – Jalapeno plants and peppers are easy to grow for both new gardeners and seasoned ones.
- Name: Jalapeno Tam Pepper | Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum | Type: Open-Pollinated Hot Pepper
- Size at Maturity: 3″ – 4″ Long | Days to Maturity: 85 Days | Light Requirement:Full Sun
- Planting Time:Warm Season | Sowing Method: Indoor Sow
Growing Conditions and Tips
When planting peppers in Chicago, ensure they receive plenty of sunlight, ideally 6-8 hours per day. Consider starting your seeds indoors to give them a head start before transferring them outside after the last frost date. Utilize well-drained soil and keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged to encourage healthy growth.
Additionally, it’s important to space your plants adequately; about 18 inches apart is recommended for most varieties. Regularly check for pests and keep an eye on the plants’ health to avoid common issues such as blossom drop or blossom end rot.
Harvesting Your Peppers
Once your peppers begin to mature, they can be harvested at various stages depending on your taste preference. For instance, bell peppers can be picked while they are still green, or you can wait until they turn red for a sweeter flavor. Enjoy the fruits of your labor by incorporating these fresh peppers into your favorite dishes!