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Mexican Sunset Hot Banana Hybrid Pepper
$4.50
Packet - 15 to 20 Seeds
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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity62 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing24 - 36 Inches
Germination7–21 days
Growing Information
Growing Mexican Sunset Hot Banana Hybrid Pepper
2018 AAS Regional Winner. A hybrid version of the open-pollinated ‘Hungarian Wax Hot Banana’ that’s earlier, more ornamental, more compact and hotter at about 10,000 Scoville heat units. Fruits with conical thick walls measure start lime green, next light yellow, then orange and finally bright red – all colors on the same plant at the same time! Can be eaten at any stage. Compact plants are ideal for traditional gardens or for patio containers. Great versatility, whether used fresh, stuffed, baked, grilled or pickled. Good disease resistance.
- Days to Maturity: 62
- Sow Method: Start Indoors
- Sow Depth: ¼ Inch
- Spacing: 24 - 36 Inches
- Sun: Full Sun
- Height: 2 Feet
- Fruit Size: 6 - 7 Inches
- Scoville Heat Unit: 600 SHU
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How to start
Start Indoors
Sowing depth
¼ Inch
Plant height
2 Feet
Botanical name
Capsicum annuum
Questions
FAQ
How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Start Indoors.
How deep should I sow the seeds?
Sow at a depth of ¼ Inch.
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 7–21 days.
How far apart should I space them?
Recommended spacing: 24 - 36 Inches.
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
Not sure when to plant in your area?
Planting dates depend on your local frost dates and growing zone.
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Mexican Sunset Hot Banana Hybrid Pepper$4.50 · Packet - 15 to 20 Seeds
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