Early Jalapeno Peppers ripen up to two weeks earlier than other varieties of Jalapeno. Early Jalapeno Peppers are easily recognizable by their dark green, thick skin and cone shape. Early Jalapeno Peppers are excellent fresh or pickled. Their zesty flavor is great in Mexican dishes. Early Jalapeno Peppers are like other varieties of Jalapeno but earlier and better adapted to cool coastal conditions. They are traditionally harvested dark green but can be allowed to ripen to red. These classic peppers can be eaten fresh or pickled with Mexican dishes. Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum Life Cycle: Annual Light Requirement: Full Sun Planting Season: Warm Season Plant Type: Medium Hot 3,500-5,000 Scoville Features: Heirloom, Drought Tolerant, Container Garden, Deer Resistant Fruit Size: 3"-4" Long Days to Maturity: 65 Days Plant Spacing: 12-18 inches Planting Depth: 1/4 inch Sowing Method: Start Indoors, Direct Sow Cold Stratification: No Hardiness Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10