{"product_id":"25-hungarian-yellow-wax-pepper-seeds-heirloom-banana-pepper-for-containers","title":"25 Hungarian Yellow Wax Pepper Seeds – Heirloom Banana Pepper for Containers","description":"\u003cp\u003eHungarian Yellow Wax Pepper is a classic heirloom banana-type pepper prized for its mild, sweet flavor and reliable production. The plants set clusters of waxy, tapered fruits that ripen from pale yellow to bright red, adding warm color and useful harvests to vegetable beds, raised planters, and patio containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese peppers are a favorite for fresh eating, pickling, and stuffing. Their compact, bushy growth habit makes them a practical choice for smaller gardens and container growing, while the mild heat level keeps them versatile in the kitchen. Whether you grow them for slicing, frying, or preserving, Hungarian Yellow Wax is an easy-to-grow heirloom that performs well through the warm season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom banana-type pepper with waxy, tapered fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruits mature from pale yellow to red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild, sweet flavor suited to fresh and cooked dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, bushy plants work well in containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable producer in warm garden conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, bushy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 to 18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart Hungarian Yellow Wax Pepper seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before the last expected frost date. Sow seeds about 1\/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix and keep the medium consistently moist but not soggy. Provide warmth and bright light for strong germination and healthy seedlings. Once nighttime temperatures remain above 50°F, harden off the seedlings and transplant them into a sunny garden bed or containers filled with well-drained, fertile potting soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruit development. Mulching can help conserve moisture and suppress weeds. Feed lightly with a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to package directions. Harvest fruits when they reach the desired size and color, typically pale yellow for mild flavor or red for a sweeter, more mature taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Hungarian Yellow Wax Pepper seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67739789787446,"sku":"EDNA-581","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7783793795_cqce.jpg?v=1792115908","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-hungarian-yellow-wax-pepper-seeds-heirloom-banana-pepper-for-containers","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}