{"product_id":"sport-pepper-seeds","title":"Sport Pepper Seeds - The Pepper Behind the Chicago-Style Hot Dog - Heirloom","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the popular Chicago pickled pepper that is eaten on hot dogs and sandwiches. It is an essential condiment on a Chicago-style hot dog alongside neon relish. They are not eaten raw, because of their very thick pods. When pickled the pepper will soften in the vinegar and keep its shape and some texture. Enjoy the spicy crunch when placed whole on a hot dog. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cb\u003eSport pepper\u003c\/b\u003e is a cultivar of the \u003ci\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/i\u003e species, most famous for being an essential topping on an authentic Chicago-style hot dog.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e Small, slender, green peppers about 1.5 to 2 inches long with thin skins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/b\u003e Typically served whole and pickled in a vinegar-based brine rather than fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlavor Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e Tangy, vinegary, and sharp with a distinct crunch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeat Level:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium-hot, measuring roughly \u003cb\u003e6,000 to 8,000\u003c\/b\u003e on the Scoville scale. Can be hotter than a jalapeño, but comparable to a serrano pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCultivation: Plants are compact, bush-type varieties that grow around 2 feet tall, making them ideal for small gardens and container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvesting: They are prolific yielders, producing pods that point upward toward the sun as they grow rather than hanging down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimilar pickled peppers are serrano peppers or pepperoncini for the closest culinary substitutes for heat, bite, and acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigins: While heavily associated with Chicago street food, the pepper variety originally hails from the Southern United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEasy to Grow \u0026amp; Harvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart your \u003cstrong\u003eSport Pepper Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e indoors 8 weeks before warm nights. With 85°F bottom heat and bright light, germination takes 7-21 days. Transplant seedlings into rich soil or 3-5 gallon containers, spacing them 24 in. apart. Harvest green chiles early or wait for a vibrant red hue at full maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePremium Quality Guaranteed\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains 10 \u003cstrong\u003eheirloom seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e, carefully selected for robust growth and authentic flavor. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or a spicy food enthusiast, these seeds promise a rewarding harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to spice up your garden?\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant Sport Pepper Seeds today and enjoy a bounty of fiery, flavorful peppers!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eEach packet contains 10 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: 6,000-8,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eMaturity: 85 days after transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003ePod Size: 1-1\/2-2 in.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ePlant Size: 24 in.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003eOrigin: U.S.A.\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":51577904202043,"sku":null,"price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0871\/0950\/files\/SportPeppersinPile.jpg?v=1789245346","url":"https:\/\/www.sandiaseed.com\/products\/sport-pepper-seeds","provider":"Sandia Seed Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}