Sriracha peppers are a hybrid jalapeño pepper that are large, dark green, and turn red when ripe. They are mildly hot, with a Scoville rating of around 2,300–2,500, and are used to make the popular condiment sriracha.
Fruit: Large, uniform, dark green fruit that turns red
Skin: Smooth
Scoville rating: 2,300–2,500
Growth: Indeterminate
Days to harvest: 80–95
Spacing: 18–24 in (46–61 cm)
Height: 18–22 in (46–56 cm)
Here are some tips for growing Sriracha peppers:
Plant in full sun
Ideal temperatures are 70–80°F during the day and 60–70°F at night
Water deeply but not too often, about 1–2 times a week
Wait to harvest until the fruit reaches full maturity to reduce yield
Frequent picking will increase yield but will sacrifice flavor
Use pruning shears or a knife to cut the fruit from the branch
Sriracha peppers can be used for roasting, pickling, or slicing.