Burpee Big Guy Hot Pepper Seeds – 30 Seeds for Large Jalapeños

Meet the Burpee Big Guy: a Large Jalapeño Pepper Seed Pack

This Burpee exclusive brings you the largest jalapeño in our lineup, measuring up to 5 inches long with a sturdy 1-inch thickness. The generous walls make it a versatile candidate for stuffing, slicing, or crisp pickling. In a single 30-seed packet, you have room to experiment, season, and share fresh peppers with family and friends.

Imagine peppers that stand out in color and size as you harvest: a vibrant centerpiece for salsas, sandwiches, and grills. The Big Guy is designed to deliver reliable performance in home gardens, offering a bold option for pepper lovers who want a standout jalapeño without the complexity of specialty varieties.

Growing guidance for best results

• Starting indoors: Sow indoors 8–10 weeks before your average last frost date using a Burpee seed starting kit.
• Transplanting: Move to the garden about 4 weeks after the last frost date, once seedlings are sturdy.
• Harvest timing: Expect harvest in roughly 69 days after transplant, depending on conditions.

Plant and yield details

• Growth habit: Plant height around 43 inches with a spread of about 37 inches.
• Fruit size: Each pepper can reach roughly 5 inches in length.
• Heat and use: A versatile jalapeño suitable for stuffing, slicing, and pickling preparations.

Growing zones and care

• Seasonality: Annual for all growing zones from 1–11.
• Sun exposure: Thrives in full sun for best results.
• Starting accessories: Burpee recommends its Seed Starting Kit to help seeds get off to a strong start.

Plant with care and enjoy the familiar Burpee quality—no GMOs, ever. The Big Guy pepper seed pack is designed for gardeners who want a large, dependable jalapeño option that can adapt to a variety of kitchen experiments and garden layouts.