Pepper Hot Hungarian Yellow Wax 5,000-10,000 SHU - MEDIUM HOT. Widely adapted. High yielding. Ever-bearing 16-24"H plants produce bright yellow, smooth, waxy fruits about 5"L tapering to a point. Turn orange and then to red as they mature. Distinctive, pungent flavor. Excellent for short season areas. Very popular for canning, pickling, frying, stuffing, salsas and soups.

Germination Rate: 85%. Test Date: 17/26. WILL.

Texas Minimum Germination Rate: 55%

Why Choose Hungarian Yellow Wax?

• Mild and Sweet: Enjoy crisp, clean pepper flavor without the strong heat associated with hot pepper varieties.
• Distinctive Pale-Yellow Fruit: Harvest long, slender peppers that add bright color and an elegant shape to fresh and cooked dishes.
• Thin-Walled Texture: The tender walls are easy to slice, grill, stuff, sauté, and preserve.
• Vigorous Production: Well-grown plants can provide a steady supply of peppers throughout the warm growing season.
• Flexible Growing Options: Grow this adaptable specialty pepper in garden beds, raised beds, or containers with good drainage.

Planting Tips for Success

• Start Early: Sow seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost, or transplant outdoors once the soil has warmed and frost danger has passed.
• Provide Full Sun: Choose a site with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight for sturdy plants, better fruit set, and strong flavor.
• Use Fertile Soil: Plant in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with compost or other organic matter. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
• Space for Airflow: Set plants approximately 12–18 inches apart, adjusting for local growing conditions and container size.
• Water Consistently: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruit development. Water at the soil line and mulch to reduce evaporation.
• Feed as Needed: Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to label directions. Avoid excess nitrogen, which can produce lush leaves with fewer peppers.
• Support Heavy Branches: Use a small stake or cage when plants begin carrying a heavy crop so branches remain upright and fruit stays off the soil.
• Harvest Often: Pick peppers when they reach a useful size and color. Frequent harvesting encourages the plant to continue flowering and producing.
• Container Care: Use a container with drainage holes and quality potting mix. Container plants may need more frequent watering during hot, sunny weather.

Why Choose David's Garden Seeds®

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Cooking Methods

• Fresh: Slice young peppers into salads, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, and snack trays for crisp sweetness.
• Grilling: Grill whole or halved peppers until lightly charred, then serve with olive oil, herbs, or a squeeze of lemon.
• Stuffing: Fill the slender peppers with grains, cheese, beans, meat, or other ingredients and bake until tender.
• Sautéing: Cook sliced peppers with onions, garlic, eggs, potatoes, or other vegetables for a quick savory side dish.
• Pickling: Preserve the crisp peppers in a tested pickling brine for sandwiches, salads, relish trays, and pantry storage.
• Roasting: Roast peppers until softened and lightly blistered, then use them in sauces, pasta, pizzas, or grain bowls.

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Grow crisp, mild, pale-yellow peppers for fresh eating, grilling, stuffing, sautéing, and homemade pickles.

Nutritional Information

Approximate nutrition for 1 cup of sliced raw sweet banana peppers. Values vary with growing conditions, harvest maturity, and serving size.

• Calories: Approximately 34
• Total Fat: Approximately 0.4 g
• Sodium: Approximately 6 mg
• Total Carbohydrate: Approximately 7 g
• Dietary Fiber: Approximately 3 g
• Total Sugars: Approximately 4 g
• Protein: Approximately 1.5 g
• Vitamin C: Approximately 100% Daily Value
• Vitamin A: Approximately 7% Daily Value
• Potassium: Approximately 7% Daily Value

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Plant size, fruit length, color, flavor, maturity, yield, and performance vary with climate, soil, light, temperature, moisture, and care.
• Seed Storage: Store unused seeds in a cool, dry place away from moisture, heat, and direct sunlight.
• Planting Zones: Peppers are warm-season plants. Follow local planting dates and protect young plants from frost and cold soil.
• Food Safety: Wash harvested peppers before eating. Use safe, tested procedures when pickling or preserving produce.

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