Pepper Seeds - Sweet - Jimmy Nardello (Organic)
65 to 75 Days to maturity (from transplant). Capsicum annuum. Jimmy Nardello (Organic) Pepper Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, organic, open-pollinated, heirloom, sweet-type, mild heat levels. 0 to 100 Scoville Heat Units. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Jimmy Nardello fruits are red, long, tapering, thin-walled, and slightly curved, 3/4" to 1-1/4" at the shoulder and 6" to 9" long. Jimmy Nardello peppers are sweet, crisp and light when eaten raw. Jimmy Nardello has long been considered one of the best frying peppers because their fruity raw flavor becomes creamy and soft when fried. When Jimmy Nardello turns from deep green to fire-engine red, fry like Giuseppe did in olive oil with fresh garlic and serve with your favorite entre. ~3,360 seeds/oz.
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Growing Organic Jimmy Nardello Peppers in the Vegetable Garden
First things first, grab your seed starting trays and get ready to plant the seeds about 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost hits your area. You can use either well-draining soil or go for a seed starting mix like Minute Soil Coco Clair - both work well for seed starting. The seeds should be planted about 0.25 inches deep. Make sure the soil stays moist, but don’t overwater your seeds. You can stick your pinky into the soil to see if it is dry below the surface. If it is, then give your plants a little water, but make sure you don’t overwater them. Keep your peppers in a warm spot for germination, somewhere around 80-90 F. You can use a grow light to create a warmer space that will help them germinate. After about 7-10 days, they should germinate. Once the plants are about 6-8 inches tall, you can start the process to harden them off by moving them to a cooler area, around 70 F, to prepare them for being outside! Choose a nice sunny location in your garden or in pots for your plants. Plant them 12-18 inches apart, and space your rows about 2-3 feet apart. Bury the roots completely in the soil. Be sure not to plant hot peppers and sweet peppers close together, as this can lead to cross-pollination!
Keep a close eye on your peppers & take good care of them throughout the growing process to make sure they produce a bountiful harvest! Water them consistently, especially during dry periods. Companion planting with plants like marigolds and basil can help keep pests away and bring pollinators to your garden. You can add mulch around the base of your plants to help keep the soil moist and suppress weeds. You can also try adding a fertilizer that is rich in phosphorus and calcium to provide essential nutrients to your peppers. Don't forget to give your plants a little support with stakes or trellises to keep them standing tall as they start to grow fruit. Keep an eye on your plants and take action immediately if you see any pests or signs of disease.
Harvesting Organic Jimmy Nardello Peppers
You'll know your peppers are ready for harvest when they are about 6-9 inches long. They will be a bright red color. When you’re harvesting, use a pair of scissors or a knife to cut the peppers off the plant, leaving a small stem. Make sure you’re gentle and don’t damage the plant. They’ll be ready somewhere between 80-90 days after transplanting. Because they’re a sweet variety, wait for the peppers to ripen completely so they’re not bitter.
About Organic Jimmy Nardello Pepper Garden Seeds
The Jimmy Nardello pepper originated in the small Southern Italian coastal town of Ruoti. Over 100 years ago, Giuseppe Nardiello and wife Angela grew this sweet frying pepper. Giuseppe and Angela decided to move to America, and in 1887, they set sail from Naples, landing in Naugatuck, Connecticut. They took their prized seeds with them to plant in their new home garden. The couple had 11 children, the 4th being named Jimmy, for which this pepper was named!
These peppers are traditionally used in Italian cuisine. They have very low heat levels, between 0-100 Scoville Heat Units. They’re often fried, but can also be grilled or roasted, and can even be eaten raw in salsas and salads.
These plants can be grown in large pots, greenhouses, or garden beds, but should not be grown in hanging baskets.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Jimmy Nardello peppers are sweet, crisp and light when eaten raw. Jimmy Nardello has long been considered one of the best frying peppers because their fruity raw flavor becomes creamy and soft when fried. When Jimmy Nardello turns from deep green to fire-engine red, fry them just like Giuseppe did, in olive oil with fresh garlic and serve with your favorite entree. Don't forget a glass of Sonoma County wine!"
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- Chelsea Hafer, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Organic Jimmy Nardello Pepper Seeds Per Package:
- 250 mg packet - Approximately 35 Seeds
- 0.25 oz - Approximately 840 Seeds
- 1 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 3,360 Seeds
- 4 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 13,440 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 53,760 Seeds
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=======Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Capsicum annuum |
| Pepper Type: | Sweet - These peppers (think Bell Peppers) are almost all at 0 on the Scoville Scale, meaning that they have no heat at all. A handful of sweet peppers do register very low on the Scoville scale but are still classed as sweet peppers. For example, Pepperoncinis are sweet peppers but usually rank around 100 to 500 on the Scoville Scale. |
| Jimmy Nardello (Organic) Pepper Color: | Red |
| Jimmy Nardello (Organic) Pepper Flavor: | Rich, sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Technically a tender perennial, but commonly grown as an annual. Perennial in zones 10 and 11. |
| Days to Maturity: | 65 to 75 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 18 to 24 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24 to 36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 18 to 24 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.5 pH), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting, similar to tomatoes. Peppers also need sufficient amounts of phosphorus and calcium. We recommend using a balanced fertilizer for the best results. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F). During high heat, foliar and flower development slow or pause until temperatures return to the preferred range. |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
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| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes Start Indoors 7-9 weeks before your last spring frost date. Harden off and transplant when seedlings are 6-8 inches tall. Bury the stem slightly deeper than the root ball. Avoid planting hot and sweet peppers right next to each other, as they can cross-pollinate, potentially affecting the flavors of your harvested peppers. |
| Pepper Pollination: | Peppers have perfect flowers (male and female parts) and will self-pollinate. However, wind and pollinator activity may increase success rates of fertilization and fruit production. |
| Plant Width: | 18 to 24 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Scoville Heat Units: | 0 to 100 |
| Heat Level: | .Mild - 100 to 2,500 on the Scoville Scale. Example: Poblano Ancho or Pepperoncini |
| Growth Speed: | Early - Ready for harvest around 61 to 75 days from transplant. |
| Germination Temperature: | 80-90 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Peppers are commonly susceptible to cutworms, aphids, flea beetles, bacterial spot, Phytophthora, sunscald, and blossom end rot. To avoid or reduce problems with pests and diseases, stick to a regular watering schedule (drip irrigation is preferred), plant into well-draining soils, and utilize practices such as crop rotation. When taking pest control measures, consider utilizing integrated pest management principles by using mechanical removal, biological control, and other cultural practices before turning to chemical agents. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed |
| Pepper Use: | Roasting, frying, drying, and salsa |