{"product_id":"mattapea-o-seeds","title":"Mattapeño - Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMattapeño  – (Capsicum annuum)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMattapeño is a distinctive jalapeño-type pepper valued for its bold look and classic flavor. First noticed as a unique plant in a commercial greenhouse, its variegated foliage set it apart from standard jalapeños and led to further selection. Plants reach 3–4 feet tall with green leaves streaked in creamy white, giving them strong ornamental appeal. They produce traditional jalapeño-shaped pods that often develop vertical corking as they mature, starting green and ripening to red. Heat stays within the jalapeño range and the flavor is earthy and zesty with a mild sweetness that improves when fully ripe. Unlike many ornamental peppers, Mattapeño is highly usable in the kitchen. Moderate watering is recommended, as plants can be slow starters. Once established, they produce reliably and work well for pickling, stuffing, grilling, and fresh salsas—making Mattapeño both eye-catching and practical in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat level:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e 5,000 to 10,000+(SHU's) – Mild.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFlavor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e  Sweet, Slightly Earthy.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bohica Pepper Hut","offers":[{"title":"10 Seeds","offer_id":49361159979235,"sku":"sku-50463082348848","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0797\/6527\/4851\/files\/939-Mattapeno.jpg?v=1783134020","url":"https:\/\/urbanprime02.store\/products\/mattapea-o-seeds","provider":"Urban Prime 02","version":"1.0","type":"link"}