Cubanelle Sweet Pepper Seeds – Premium Quality for Gardening

Key Attributes:

• Product Name: Cubanelle Sweet Pepper Seeds (Capsicum annuum)
• Quantity Options: Available in packs of 20, 50, or 100 seeds
• Mature Height: 18-24 inches
• Fruit Size: 4-6 inches long
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8
• Uses: Perfect for fresh eating, frying, stuffing, and roasting

Product Details:

Cubanelle peppers, also known as "Italian Frying Peppers," are prized for their thin walls, sweet mild flavor, and vibrant yellow-green color that matures to red. These peppers are excellent for sautéing, stuffing, roasting, and adding to fresh dishes.

Cubanelle plants are vigorous producers, yielding an abundance of mild, crisp, and flavorful peppers throughout the season. They thrive in warm climates and are ideal for home gardens, containers, and raised beds.

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

No pre-treatment required—seeds are ready to plant.

Sowing:

• Indoor Sowing: Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Planting Depth: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix.
• Temperature: Maintain soil temperature at 75-85°F (24-29°C) for optimal germination.
• Germination Time: 7-14 days.
• Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after the last frost, when nighttime temperatures remain above 55°F (13°C).

Outdoor Planting:

• Direct Sowing: Not recommended in cooler climates but possible in warm zones after the soil reaches at least 65°F (18°C).
• Spacing: Space plants 18-24 inches apart in rows 24-36 inches apart.

Care and Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, providing 1-1.5 inches of water per week.
• Mulching: Apply mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer at planting and side-dress with compost or organic fertilizer as plants grow.
• Staking: Support plants if they become heavy with fruit.
• Pest & Disease Control: Monitor for aphids, whiteflies, and pepper weevils; use organic insecticides or companion planting as needed.

Harvesting:

• Maturity: Ready for harvest in 65-75 days.
• Best Time to Pick: Harvest when peppers reach 4-6 inches long and are light green to yellow-green for a milder flavor. Leave them to ripen to orange-red for a sweeter taste.
• Continuous Harvest: Frequent picking encourages more fruit production.

Why Grow Cubanelle Sweet Peppers?

• High-yielding variety with crisp, flavorful peppers
• Versatile and perfect for frying, stuffing, roasting, and fresh use
• Fast-growing and productive, ideal for home gardens and containers
• Mild, sweet taste makes them a great choice for various dishes

Cubanelle Sweet Peppers are a delicious, easy-to-grow option for gardeners who love mild, crisp, and flavorful peppers. Add them to your garden for continuous harvests of vibrant, tasty peppers all season long.

Happy Gardening!