Hungarian Wax Pepper

Pepper

75d to harvest

Crisp, sunlit pods unfurl in a gentle cascade—Hungarian Wax Pepper delivers a bright, mellow heat with a clean, sweet snap. At maturity the fruits hang in tidy rows, turning from pale green to warm golden-yellow, with a smooth, waxy skin and a pleasantly firm bite that holds beautifully for pickling and roasting. Grow for vibrant, tangy results in jars, or for fresh snacking when you want peppers that stay crisp and vivid.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 2nd
Last Frost	Apr 20th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 15th
Harvest Begins	Aug 29th
Harvest Ends	Oct 20th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why are my Hungarian wax pepper plants getting small, pale spots or silvery patches on leaves, and what should I do?

These symptoms are often from spider mites or thrips, which commonly show up in warm, dry conditions on Capsicum annuum. Rinse plants with a strong spray of water, then apply insecticidal soap (especially under leaves) and repeat every 5–7 days until new growth is clean. Keep the soil consistently moist (not soggy) to reduce mite flare-ups, and remove heavily damaged leaves.

How can I tell when Hungarian wax peppers are ready to harvest?

Harvest when the peppers reach their full mature size and are firm and glossy—typically around 70–75 days from transplanting. Hungarian wax peppers are commonly picked at the green stage for best tenderness, but they can also be left to ripen to red/orange depending on your preference. Use scissors or snips to cut the fruit with a short stem to avoid tearing branches.