{"product_id":"hot-pepper-hungarian-wax-seeds","title":"Hot Pepper Hungarian Wax Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e'Hungarian Wax' is a smooth, waxy chile (\u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e) that ripens from pale yellow to orange to red, offering a warm, tangy medium heat (about 5,000–15,000 Scoville). These Hungarian Wax pepper seeds grow into upright, heavy-bearing plants with 5–6 inch tapered pods that are a European garden classic for frying, pickling, and fresh eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eGreat for gardeners who want an early, reliable medium-hot pepper for frying and pickling, even in shorter-season climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow \u0026amp; when to plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Sow 1\/4 inch deep in warm soil at 75–85°F; germination takes 10–21 days. Transplant after nights stay above 55°F, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun. Grow as an annual; best in USDA zones 4–11, and it performs well even where summers are shorter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarvest\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePods are ready in about 65–75 days from transplant—earlier than many hot peppers. Pick yellow for mild, tangy flavor or let them ripen orange-red for more heat and sweetness. Harvest often to keep plants productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBenefits \u0026amp; uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHungarian Wax peppers are excellent for frying, roasting, pickling, and stuffing, and add a bright kick to sandwiches and salads. Their early ripening makes them a dependable choice for cooler regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow hot is Hungarian Wax?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMedium—about 5,000–15,000 Scoville, hotter than a jalapeno when fully ripe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for short seasons?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—it ripens early, around 65–75 days, making it reliable in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen do I pick for milder flavor?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest while still yellow for the mildest, tangiest taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing guide:\u003c\/strong\u003e New to this variety? Read our full guide, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/blogs\/growing-guides\/hungarian-hot-wax-pepper\"\u003eHow to Grow Hungarian Hot Wax Pepper From Seed\u003c\/a\u003e, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Organo Republic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45012856373455,"sku":"ORIPHH_07_10","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0580\/6437\/1919\/files\/Hot-Pepper-Hungarian-Wax-Seeds-Organo-Republic-266643065.png?v=1783372837","url":"https:\/\/organorepublic.com\/products\/hot-pepper-hungarian-wax-seeds","provider":"Organo Republic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}