NuMex Heritage 6-4 Chile Pepper Plant

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Developed by New Mexico State University's Chile Pepper Institute, the NuMex 6-4 pepper is a specific variety of chile pepper that was created through a breeding program aimed at producing a mild green chile pepper with excellent flavor. The NuMex Heritage 6-4, which is the most commonly found Hatch variety in supermarkets, is an improved New Mexico green chile with mild heat and great flavor. The original New Mexico 6-4 seed from a 1957 seed bank was used to reselect this variety with all the best attributes. The result has more flavor with higher yields and more uniform heat. All of the improved New Mexico green chile cultivars from New Mexico State University carry the 'NuMex' name.

The NuMex 6-4 pepper is named after its development code, "6-4," and it has gained popularity for its consistent performance, disease resistance, and versatility in cooking. It is known for its medium heat level and is often described as having a rich, earthy flavor. This variety is typically harvested when green, but it can also be allowed to ripen and turn red, at which point it develops a sweeter taste. The NuMex 6-4 pepper is commonly used in a variety of dishes, including salsas, sauces, and traditional New Mexican cuisine.

We specialize in providing plants for the five main Hatch chile varieties: 

 

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  • 5
    Nice healthy plant

    Posted by Jane Z on Dec 5th 2023

    Highly recommend this nursery. My plant arrived in outstanding condition.

  • 5
    Cheers from NC

    Posted by Sandy on Oct 19th 2023

    These plants made it safe all the way to North Carolina. They look amazing! Thanks y'all!

  • 5
    Very happy

    Posted by HN on Aug 26th 2023

    So happy with my purchase. I can't wait to grow my own hatch chilis. these are my favorite and it bums me out that i can only get them a couple weeks out of the year. Not anymore! Thanks for the happy, healthy plant.

  • 5
    5 stars

    Posted by Wendell Greene on Aug 24th 2023

    Glad I bought these plants rather than try growing them myself. E Z gardening!

  • 5
    Looks great

    Posted by Scott Sanders on Aug 24th 2023

    Everything came as expected. Healthy plants for sure!