It’s Pepper Season at BLeaves Farms: Come Grab 5 Farm-Fresh Varieties Today!
Welcome to the sunny gardens of BLeaves Farms, where the soil is rich, the sun is hot, and the peppers are absolutely poppin’! Whether you love a subtle kick or a serious burn, our homegrown grown, chemical free, hand-picked peppers bring fresh heat straight from our farm to your table.
We’re proud to offer five incredible pepper varieties this 2025 Spring Garden Season: Jalapeños, Big Jim’s, Serranos, Poblanos, and Hungarian Wax Peppers, each with its own flavor profile, culinary strengths, and spice level. Let’s break them down so you know exactly what to grab at our farmer’s market.
Jalapeños: The Everyday Hero
Scoville Range: 2,500–8,000 SHU
Flavor: Mild, bright, and slightly grassy
Great For:
- Salsas
- Stuffed jalapeños (“poppers”)
- Pickling
- Nachos & tacos
- Grilling whole
These guys are the pepper equivalent of your favorite pair of jeans. Versatile, reliable, and comfortable with just the right amount of edge.
Special Tip: Try slicing and dehydrating them to make your own spicy pepper flakes.
Price:
- 2 for $1
Affiliate Pick: Jalapeño Corer & Pepper Roasting Rack. Turn heat into a treat! This handy duo makes prepping and grilling stuffed jalapeños easy and mess-free. The stainless-steel corer removes seeds in seconds, while the rack keeps peppers upright and evenly roasted. Perfect for party appetizers or family BBQs. A must-have for fans of stuffed poppers or grilled garden-fresh spice!
Big Jim
Scoville Range: Mild (500–2,500 Scoville units)
Flavor: Mild, smoky, slightly sweet
Great For: Stuffed peppers, chile rellenos, roasting, grilling
Big Jim peppers are the gentle giants of the garden, often growing up to 12 inches long! Despite their size, they’re surprisingly mild. Their thick walls and subtle heat make them a favorite for stuffed dishes, especially the classic chile relleno. They’re also excellent for grilling whole or roasting and peeling for salsas or sauces. Big Jim brings bold flavor without the burn.
Price: 2 for $1
Affiliate Pick: Lodge 10.5″ Square Grill Pan, perfect for roasting and grilling Big Jim peppers indoors when it’s too hot for the BBQ. Cast iron delivers that smoky char without firing up the grill. Plus, it lasts a lifetime.
Serranos: The Elevated Kick
Scoville Range: 10,000–23,000 SHU
Flavor: Crisp, sharp heat with a clean finish
Great For:
- Authentic guacamole
- Pico de gallo
- Fermented hot sauces
- Roasted salsa verde
If jalapeños are your gateway, serranos are their hotter, more intense cousin. You’ll often find these in traditional Mexican recipes where bold flavors are front and center.
Price:
- 2 for $1
Affiliate Pick: Fermentation Set. Spice up your gut health! This fermentation set lets you transform fiery fresh Serranos into a probiotic-rich treat. Homemade fermented peppers not only boost flavor, they support your immune system too.
Poblanos: Earthy & Elegant
Scoville Range: 1,000–2,000 SHU
Flavor: Deep, smoky, and slightly sweet
Great For:
- Chile rellenos
- Roasting & stuffing
- Soups & stews
- Mole sauces
Poblanos are the gentle giants of the pepper world. Large, flavorful, and ideal for people who love the taste of peppers without overwhelming spice.
Pro Tip: Dry them to make ancho chiles, a rich and smoky base for traditional Mexican mole.
Price:
- 2 for $1
Hungarian Wax Peppers: The Tangy Firecracker
Scoville Range: 5,000–15,000 SHU
Flavor: Tangy, hot, and slightly fruity
Great For:
- Pickling
- Making pepper rings for sandwiches
- Stir-fry dishes
- Spicy relishes
Hungarian Wax peppers look like bananas but don’t be fooled, they pack heat! Their slightly acidic flavor makes them incredible in vinegar-based preparations.
Price:
- 2 for $1
Affiliate Pick: Complete Pickling Kit with Jars & Labels. Preserve the tangy goodness of Spring! This pickling kit includes everything you need to jar up and pickle your Hungarian Wax Peppers. Mason jars, lids, and labels included . Great for gifting, too!
Why Buy From BLeaves Farms?
All of our peppers are:
- Grown without chemicals
- Hand-harvested at peak ripeness
- Nurtured with love and sun right here in the Valley of the Sun
- Perfect for preserving, cooking, or fresh eating
We’re more than just a farm, we’re a community. Buying from us means supporting sustainable agriculture, rescue animals, homegrown entrepreneurship, and an Arizona family building something beautiful from the ground up.
Stay Spicy With Us!
Follow our daily farm life, recipes, and hot pepper content:
Tag us in your spicy creations! We LOVE to see what you’re making with our homegrown heat! 🌶️🔥
Ready to Add Some Heat to Your Kitchen?
Send us a text message (see our Contact Us page) to swing by and pick up your order at the farm. Stock up while supplies last. We harvest on demand and they are only seasonally available while supplies last!
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