Goliath Jalapeño Hybrid Pepper
Growing Goliath Jalapeño Hybrid Pepper
‘Goliath Jalapeño,’ also known as ‘Compadre,’ is a hybrid jalapeño prized for its extra-large size, thick walls, and classic flavor. Broad-shouldered peppers mature from glossy medium green to vivid red while maintaining a crunchy texture and satisfying jalapeño heat.
Start ‘Goliath Jalapeño’ indoors for transplanting. Plant seeds about ½ inch deep, space plants 24 to 36 inches apart, and grow in full sun. This heat-tolerant variety is also noted for good disease resistance.
Ready to harvest in about 67 days, pick peppers green for classic jalapeño use or allow them to ripen fully red.
Crunchy, flavorful, and substantial, ‘Goliath Jalapeño’ is excellent for stuffing, grilling, slicing, pickling, salsa, and everyday cooking.
Start Indoors
½ Inch
18–24 Inches
Capsicum annuum