{"title":"Big Jim Chile Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eAre you looking for some of the biggest peppers you can grow that taste amazing? Then check out all of our our Big Jim Chile seeds. We have several varieties of these giant chiles in different heat levels. Be sure to check out all of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sandiaseed.com\/collections\/green-chile-seeds\"\u003egreen chile seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, they come in all heat levels from mild to extra-hot and range in sizes and flavors. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"big-jim-legacy","title":"Big Jim Legacy Pepper Seeds - Flavor \u0026 Heat - A True New Mexico Chile","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBig Jim Legacy Pepper Seeds – The Ultimate New Mexican Chile Experience\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eBig Jim Legacy Pepper Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e and savor the rich, authentic flavor of New Mexico's finest green chile. Renowned for its thick, meaty pods and \u003cstrong\u003emedium heat\u003c\/strong\u003e, this variety is a must-have for chile lovers and home gardeners alike. Perfect for chile rellenos, roasting, or crafting delicious red enchilada sauce, Big Jim Legacy delivers an abundant harvest of 8-10\" pods with incredible taste and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Big Jim Legacy Pepper Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese seeds are straight from New Mexico chile farmers, ensuring premium quality and authentic flavor. The plants grow to 30\" tall, producing high yields of versatile peppers that are easy to peel and packed with thick flesh. Whether you prefer them green for stuffing or dried red for sauces, Big Jim Legacy peppers are a kitchen staple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Heat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium heat with rich, smoky New Mexican chile flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Produces abundant yields of large pods on tall plants \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVersatility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for roasting, stuffing, or drying for red chile sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom seed direct from New Mexico chile farmers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8 weeks before warm weather. Plant in sterile media, cover 1\/4\" deep, and maintain 85°F soil temperature. Keep moist with bright light for best germination (7-21 days). Transplant when seedlings have 6 true leaves, spacing 30\" apart in rich soil or 5-gallon containers. For even bigger harvests, pinch off early blooms to encourage more chile production later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the taste of New Mexico with every bite – order your \u003cstrong\u003eBig Jim Legacy Pepper Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e today and grow your own authentic green chile harvest!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eEach packet contains 30 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eHeat Level: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eSHU: 2,000-4,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eMaturity: 78 days after transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003ePod Size: 8-10 in.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePlant Size: 3 ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eOrigin: New Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eCapsicum\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eannuum\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eHeirloom and Open-Pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eUntreated and Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sandia Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":10064134787,"sku":"661799-937474","price":2.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/0950\/files\/Green-Chile-Big-Jim-Legacy-pepper.jpg?v=1744897547"},{"product_id":"hatch-green-medium","title":"Hatch Green Medium - Big Jim Chile Seeds - Nice Heat \u0026 Great Flavor","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHatch Green Medium - Big Jim Chile Seeds: Authentic New Mexico Flavor\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the legendary taste of the Southwest with our \u003cstrong\u003eHatch Green Medium - Big Jim Chile Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e. These top-selling heirloom seeds deliver the authentic, medium-heat green chile flavor that has made New Mexico's Hatch Valley famous for over a century. Perfect for roasting and adding to your favorite dishes, these chiles will bring authentic Southwestern flair to your kitchen. Find great \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sandiaseed.com\/pages\/hot-chili-pepper-recipes\" title=\"Hatch Green Chile Recipes\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehatch green chile recipes\u003c\/a\u003e here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Our Big Jim Chile Seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Hatch Valley Heritage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown straight from New Mexico chile farmers, these seeds produce 7-9 in. long chiles on productive 30\" plants. The medium heat level (Scoville 2000-4000) makes them versatile for all your culinary creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEasy to Grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whether you start them indoors for an early harvest or sow directly into warm soil, these \u003cstrong\u003eHatch Green Medium\u003c\/strong\u003e chile plants thrive with minimal fuss. Just provide bright light, keep the soil moist, and watch them flourish!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect for Roasting \u0026amp; Everyday Cooking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest these flavorful chiles while green for that classic Hatch taste, or leave them to mature into rich red chiles. Their thick flesh makes them ideal for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasting and peeling for authentic green chile sauces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStuffing for delicious chile rellenos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhancing breakfast scrambles, lunches, and dinners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanning or freezing to enjoy year-round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e30 heirloom seeds from New Mexico,\u003c\/strong\u003e ready to bring a taste of New Mexico to your garden. For even more variety, try pairing with our Hatch Red Medium - Joe E. Parker or Big Jim Legacy seeds!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8 weeks before warm weather. Plant 1\/4\" deep in sterile media with 85°F bottom heat. Transplant when seedlings have 6 true leaves, spacing 30\" apart in rich soil or large containers. Keep soil moist for best results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to grow your own authentic Hatch chiles?\u003c\/strong\u003e Order your \u003cstrong\u003eHatch Green Medium - Big Jim Chile Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e today and bring home the taste of New Mexico!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEach packet contains 30 seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHeat Level: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSHU: 2,000-4,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eMaturity: 70 days after transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePod Size: 7-9 in.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePlant Size: 30 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eOrigin: New Mexico\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eCapsicum\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003e\u003cu\u003eannuum\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eHeirloom and Open-Pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUntreated and Non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sandia Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30278381507,"sku":"097914-295585","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/0950\/products\/Hatch-Chile-Seeds-Medium-Heat.jpg?v=1742648717"},{"product_id":"numex-big-jim-green-chile-seeds","title":"Big Jim NuMex Seeds - Grow the Famous New Mexico Green Chile Heirloom","description":"\u003ch2\u003eGrow Legendary Flavor with Big Jim Green Chile Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince its release in 1975, Big Jim Green Chile Seeds have remained the gold standard for home gardeners and professional chefs alike. These iconic New Mexico chiles are prized for their perfect balance of rich flavor and medium heat (2,500-4,000 Scoville), making them ideal for chile rellenos, salsas, and authentic Southwestern dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Big Jim Chile Seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Heritage Quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e An heirloom variety straight from New Mexico chile farmers, non-GMO and untreated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Impressive Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Produces 8\" long, 2\" wide pods with distinctive hooked tips\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Dual-Harvest Potential: \u003c\/strong\u003ePick early for green chiles or wait for vibrant red maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Trusted Performance:\u003c\/strong\u003e The most famous New Mexico chile for nearly 50 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Your Big Jim Chiles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your Big Jim Green Chile Seeds indoors 8 weeks before last frost. Plant seeds 1\/4\" deep in sterile media with bottom heat (85°F). Expect germination in 7-21 days. Transplant when seedlings develop 6 true leaves, spacing 30\" apart in rich soil or 5-gallon containers. Plants grow 36\" tall with abundant yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains 30 premium seeds ready to produce the chiles that made New Mexico famous. 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