Hatch Red Medium - Joe E. Parker Chile Seeds Experience the authentic taste of New Mexico with our Hatch Red Medium - Joe E. Parker Chile Seeds. This exceptional variety is prized for its thick, meaty flesh and balanced medium heat, making it perfect for roasting, sauces, and powders. Grown in the legendary Hatch Valley for over a century, these chiles deliver two bountiful harvests per season—first as vibrant green chiles, then as richly flavored red pods. Why Choose Hatch Red Medium Chile Seeds? These productive plants yield 8" long chiles on compact 30" plants, turning from green to red at peak maturity. Unlike store-bought options, homegrown Hatch chiles offer unparalleled freshness and flavor. The thick walls mean more usable flesh after peeling, ideal for: Roasting for authentic New Mexican cuisine Crafting robust red chile sauce Making aromatic red chile powder Adding medium heat (1,000-3,000 Scoville) to dishes Growing Your Hatch Chile Bounty Start these Hatch Red Medium - Joe E. Parker seeds indoors 8 weeks before last frost. Plant in rich soil or 5-gallon containers, spacing 30" apart. Harvest green chiles at full size or wait for the superior red stage when flavor intensifies. Each packet contains 30 seeds—enough for a plentiful harvest of this New Mexico treasure. Ready to grow legendary Hatch flavor? Plant these heritage seeds today and enjoy authentic Southwestern taste straight from your garden! Each packet contains 30 seeds Heat Level: Medium SHU: 2,000 Maturity: 80 days after transplant Pod Size: 8 in. Plant Size: 30 in. Origin: New Mexico Capsicum annuum Heirloom and Open-Pollinated Untreated and Non-GMO