{"product_id":"pepper-chile-hatch-nm-heritage-big-jim-seeds","title":"Botanical Interests, Inc. - Pepper Chile Hatch NM Heritage Big Jim Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prod-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prod-desc\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience the rich, authentic flavor of New Mexico with 'NuMex Heritage Big Jim Hatch Chiles'. These chiles are known for their improved taste, thicker flesh, and consistent heat, perfect for fire roasting or making classic Hatch Valley recipes. With larger, more flavorful pods than the original NuMex Big Jim, this variety promises an exceptional harvest. This improved variety boasts 9,000 SHU which is spicier than the average hatch chile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e70-75 Days from transplanting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSolanaceae\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnder 9000 Scoville Units, Chile Pepper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNative:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAmericas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrost-sensitive perennial grown as an annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExposure:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlant Dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e18\"–24\" tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eVariety Info:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6\"-8\" long (but can often reach 12\" long), 1 ½\"-2\" wide, thick-walled green peppers, turning to red when mature. Developed at New Mexico State University, this hatch chile is hotter than the average hatch at 9,000 SHU.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAttributes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFrost Sensitive\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to Sow Outside:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFor mild climates only: 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 70°F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to Start Inside:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before transplanting. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°-90°F. Transplant seedlings outside 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, and when daytime temperatures are at least 70°F, and nighttime temperatures are at least 55°F. Mild Climates: Can also sow in late summer for fall\/winter crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDays to Emerge:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10 – 25 Days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeed Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1\/4\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeed Spacing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStart indoors\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e24\" - 36\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThinning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStart indoors, plant seedlings 18\"–24\" apart outside\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e When harvesting, take care to avoid touching the interior of any broken peppers, as the capsaicin is an extreme irritant, especially to the eyes. Wash hands thoroughly after harvesting or wear gloves to harvest peppers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop with confidence when you shop at Southern Agriculture. All of our items are in stock and ship from Tulsa, Oklahoma.  If you have any questions you can email us at Sales@southornagriculture.shop\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWould you prefer to shop in-store? We have six locations located in Tulsa, Broken Arrow, and Owasso Oklahoma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Botanical Interests, Inc.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46911816859889,"sku":"73621003289","price":4.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0034\/3667\/5121\/files\/3289w_Pepper-Chile-Hatch-NuMex-Heritage-Big-Jim-ORG.webp?v=1757520734","url":"https:\/\/southornagriculture.shop\/products\/pepper-chile-hatch-nm-heritage-big-jim-seeds","provider":"Southern Agriculture ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}