How hot is the Serrano pepper?
Serrano is hot, roughly 10,000-25,000 Scoville units, noticeably spicier than a jalapeno. It has a crisp, bright flavor perfect for fresh salsas.
Do I need to seed Serranos before eating?
Serranos are usually eaten whole, skin and seeds included, since their walls are thin. Remove the seeds and membranes if you want to tone down the heat.
When should I start Serrano seeds?
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost, sown 1/4 inch deep in warm soil near 80F. Transplant out after frost when nights are warm.
How long until Serranos are ready?
Serranos take about 75-80 days from transplant, harvested green or left to ripen red. The tall plants produce dozens of pods per season.
What conditions do Serranos like?
Give them full sun and warm weather, spacing plants 18-24 inches apart in well-drained soil. They grow well in USDA zones 5-11 or in large containers.
How many Serrano seeds are in the packet?
Each packet contains about 100 Serrano seeds. They are heirloom, non-GMO and a staple for salsa gardens.
How hot is a serrano?
Hot, about 10,000–25,000 Scoville, roughly two to four times hotter than a jalapeno.
Do I need to peel them?
No, serranos have thin walls and are used raw and unpeeled in salsas.
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