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Emerald Fire F1 Peppers and Chilies: Days to Maturity, Growth Habit & Growing Tips

Emerald Fire F1 is a large-fruited jalapeno from Seminis, 2015 AAS national winner.

Key facts

Days to maturity
90 days
Growth habit
Spreading, upright
Breeder
Seminis Vegetable Seeds
Listed for
United States

Overview

Emerald Fire F1 is a large-fruited jalapeno from Seminis, 2015 AAS national winner. The dark green, bullet-shaped pods are about 3.3 by 1.2 inches and an ounce, averaging around 2500 Scoville when fresh, so the heat is on the milder side for a jalapeno. Plants are spreading and upright, 30 to 40 inches tall with dark green foliage and a 2-foot spread, bearing 25 to 30 fruits; staking is optional but helpful. Resistant to Xanthomonas races 1-3 (X3R) and PVY P0. Direct sowing is not recommended. About 90 days from transplant; fine in containers.

Emerald Fire F1 traits

  • Large bullet-shaped jalapeno about 3.3 by 1.2 inches
  • About 2500 Scoville fresh, milder jalapeno heat
  • Spreading, upright 30- to 40-inch plant
  • 25 to 30 fruits per plant
  • Resistant to Xanthomonas races 1-3 (X3R) and PVY P0
  • AAS national winner 2015, Seminis Vegetable Seeds
  • About 90 days from transplant

Good for

  • Stuffed jalapenos
  • Salsa
  • Pickling

Compare with other peppers and chilies varieties

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VarietyDays to maturityGrowth habitType
Emerald Fire F1 this page90 daysSpreading, upright—
Hot Sunset F185 daysSpreading, upright—
MexiBell F160 daysSpreading, Upright—

Emerald Fire F1 FAQ

What kind of peppers and chilies is Emerald Fire F1?

Emerald Fire F1 is a large-fruited jalapeno from Seminis, 2015 AAS national winner. The dark green, bullet-shaped pods are about 3.3 by 1.2 inches and an ounce, averaging around 2500 Scoville when fresh, so the heat is on the milder side for a jalapeno.

How many days to maturity is Emerald Fire F1?

Emerald Fire F1 is listed at 90 days. Sowing and planting times are the same as for other peppers and chilies varieties, so check them in the peppers and chilies growing guide.

How does Emerald Fire F1 compare with other peppers and chilies varieties?

Emerald Fire F1: 90 days, spreading, upright. Similar peppers and chilies varieties include Hot Sunset F1 (85 days), MexiBell F1 (60 days). The comparison table on this page lists days to maturity, growth habit and type side by side.

What is Emerald Fire F1 good for?

Emerald Fire F1 is grown for stuffed jalapenos, salsa, pickling.

Sowing, care and common problems

Sowing times, care and common problems are the same for every peppers and chilies variety, so they are covered once in the growing guide.

Source

Source: All-America Selections

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