Hungarian Hot Wax Pepper
Hungarian Hot Wax Pepper Plant – Tangy Heat with Bold Flavor
Spice up your garden with the versatile and productive Hungarian Hot Wax Pepper! These banana-shaped peppers start out pale yellow and mature to orange and red, offering a tangy heat that’s milder than a jalapeño but still packs a kick. Great for pickling, frying, stuffing, or adding zing to salsas and sauces, this pepper is a favorite for home gardeners who want flavor with a bit of fire. Plants are compact, early-producing, and thrive in full sun.
Medium heat: 5,000–10,000 Scoville units
Our Hungaian hot wax pepper plants come in a 3" square pot, fully hardened off and ready to be planted directly into your garden. These sun-loving plants thrive with warmth, consistent care, and a little attention. Below is everything you need to know to grow healthy, productive pepper plants.
These pepper plants need full sun- at least 6-8 hours daily for strong growth and high yields.
Use well-draining, nutrient-rich soil and mix in compost or aged manure before planting for added fertility.
Space plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart. Plant at the same depth they were growing in the pot. Stake or cage the plants if the fruits become heavy.
Water deeply 1-2 times a week, keeping soil consistently moist but not soggy. Avoid overhead watering by watering at the base to reduce disease risk. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Apply a balanced fertilizer at planting time (10-10-10) and repeat fertilizing every 3-4 weeks for best results. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizer, which cause lush foliage but fewer fruits.
Pick when fruits are light yellow for a tangy flavor, or fully red for a slightly sweeter, more complex heat.. Use scissors or pruning sheers to avoid damaging the plant. Harvest regularly to encourage continued fruit production.
Extra Tips:
Ensure evening watering and adequate calcium to prevent end-blossom rot and pinch off early flowers on young transplants to promote stronger root growth.