[CH] When to Pick Peppers

John Kenney (jkenney3@covad.net)
Sun, 14 Jul 2002 19:49:47 -0400

I am a first time grower and have an assortment of peppers in my garden
(Habeneros, Scotch Bonnets, Jalapenos, Cayenne and Cherry Peppers). I have
gotten sprouts on all of my plants and, as I am sure you all understand, I
am dying to pick my first pepper. I was wondering when I should pick them?
Do I have to wait till completely mature or is it possible to enjoy their
heat while they are still green?