Hungarian Hot Pepper Seeds

Capsicum annuum Hungarian Hot Wax Pepper

Capsicum annuum Hungarian Hot Wax Pepper is a vigorous, high-yielding variety prized for its early maturity and colorful, spicy fruit. Growing to about 24 to 30 inches tall with a spread of 12 to 18 inches, this compact bush is an excellent choice for home vegetable gardens, raised beds, and patio containers where space is limited but high production is desired. Unlike later-maturing hot peppers, Hungarian Hot Wax sets fruit early in the season, offering a continuous display of broad, waxy pods that transition from pale lime-green to yellow, orange, and finally a brilliant crimson red.

Culinary and Practical Uses

• The thick-walled, crunchy pods are the classic choice for pickling, maintaining their texture and tangy heat (5,000–10,000 SHU) even after processing.
• Their moderate spice level—hotter than a Jalapeño but milder than a Serrano—makes them versatile for slicing fresh into salads, salsas, and sandwiches for a zesty kick.
• The broad, tapered shape is perfect for stuffing with cheese or meat and grilling, as the sturdy skin holds up well to heat without collapsing.

Characteristics

• Foliage/Fruit: Dense canopy of green leaves that protects the fruit from sunscald; produces heavy yields of 4-to-6-inch long, tapered, translucent yellow pods that ripen to red.
• Growth Habit: Sturdy, upright, and bushy; the plants are strong but often benefit from staking to support the weight of the heavy fruit load during peak harvest.
• Flowers: Produces small, white, star-shaped blossoms throughout the summer, which are self-pollinating and set fruit reliably even in cooler climates.
• Seeds: Harvested after the fruit fully ripens to red; the flat, creamy-white seeds are concentrated at the stem end and are easy to remove for cooking.

Growing Requirements

• Sun: Thrives in full sun; requires at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily to develop full flavor and vibrant color.
• Soil: Adapts to most soil types but prefers fertile, loamy, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0; amending with compost is recommended.
• Water: Requires moderate, consistent watering; keeping soil evenly moist is critical to preventing blossom end rot and ensuring thick, juicy fruit walls.
• Spacing: Plant transplants 18 to 24 inches apart in rows 24 to 30 inches apart to allow for airflow and easy access for harvesting.
• Maintenance: Harvest frequently at the yellow stage to encourage the plant to keep producing new flowers; feed with a balanced fertilizer once flowering begins.

Shipping Info

Hungarian Hot Pepper seeds ship as fresh, high-quality, viable seeds that are carefully packaged for stability and protection from damage during transit. Prompt shipping supports reliable germination and seasonally appropriate planting.