Hot Chilli Pepper Numex Big Jim
Considered one of the world’s largest chile, fruits of the Big Jim can grow over 1ft. Originally bred from the New Mexico Chile, this variety is a favorite for huge fruits and great flavor. Heat levels vary depending on cultivation
Hot Chilli Pepper Numex Big Jim
Considered one of the world’s largest chile, fruits of the Big Jim can grow over 1ft. Originally bred from the New Mexico Chile, this variety is a favorite for huge fruits and great flavor. Heat levels vary depending on cultivation, but are generally fairly hot when fully ripe to its Red fully mature state. 85 days
Cultivation Advice Hot Chilli Pepper Numex Big Jim
Days to Germination: 10-21
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 70F+
Days To Harvest: 100
Planting Depth: 1/4in
Spacing, Plant: 24 inches
Light: Greenhouse / Conservatory
- Sow seeds 1/4″ deep in 3in pots with quality soil based seed compost from early spring. Keep moist. Seedlings emerge in 10-21 days at 70 degrees F+.
- Transplant to individual containers when seedlings have at least two pairs of leaves.
- When 4-5 inches plant 18″ apart in greenhouse / conservatory with root ball 1/2″ below the soil surface.
- Keep moist and feed when flowering with tomato type fertiliser.
- Harvest when fruits have reached full-size and full colour.
