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Megatron Pepper

Megatron Pepper

Extra-large, thick-walled mild giant Jalapeno style peppers bred for high yields, uniform shape, and strong field performance.

Rare, flavorful, and grown for gardens that like it a little louder.

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  • 🔥 Heat Level

    Sweet

  • 🌡️ Scoville (SHU)

    0 SHU

  • 🌿 Species

    Capsicum annuum

  • 🎨 Fruit Color

    Green to deep red

  • ⏳ Days

    75–85+ days

  • 🪴 Container

    Yes (large container recommended)

The Variety

Megatron is a high-yielding hybrid Jalapeno pepper bred for large fruit size, thick walls, and uniform production. Plants produce blocky, heavy peppers that develop from green to deep red and maintain consistent shape throughout the season.

This variety is well suited for growers looking for dependable production and high-quality fruit, making it a strong choice for both home gardens and market growing.

Flavor & Heat

Megatron is a true sweet Jalapeno pepper with no heat. The flavor is mild and clean when harvested green, developing into a richer, sweeter profile as the fruit ripens fully to red.

Its thick walls and large size make it especially well suited for stuffing, roasting, grilling, and fresh slicing.

Garden Notes

Plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures have warmed. Megatron performs best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture.

This is a vigorous variety that produces heavy fruit loads, so staking or support is recommended. Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and large containers. Harvest green for earlier production or allow to ripen fully to red for maximum sweetness.

🌱 Before You Plant

🌱 Check Night Time Temps

Peppers are warm-season plants and need heat to thrive.

Do not plant outdoors until after the danger of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures stay consistently mild.

Planting too early can slow growth and delay your harvest. Give peppers full sun, warm soil, and a little patience — they’ll take off when the season is right.

🌶️ Why Loud Peppers

We grow peppers across the full spectrum — from traditional to high-performance varieties.

Megatron represents production — large fruits, strong growth, and reliable output.

Built to perform in the garden and the kitchen.

From soil to scorch.