Organic 'Hungarian Paprika' hot pepper

Latin name Capsicum annuum
Quantity per packet About 20 seeds
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Product
identification
Latin nameCapsicum annuum
FamilyNightshades
TypeVegetable
CycleAnnual
Quantity per packAbout 20 seeds
Code produitJAREC-0183
Product
description

The ‘Hungarian Paprika’ chili pepper is a warm and generous variety that transforms the vegetable garden into a veritable flavor workshop, thanks to its long red fruits perfect for drying and making homemade paprika. On vigorous, elegant plants, the elongated peppers gradually mature to a vibrant deep red, offering a spectacle as decorative as it is delicious under the late summer sun. This annual loves warmth, rich, well-drained soil, and rewards gardeners with an abundant harvest of slender, easy-to-dry fruits. In the kitchen, its intense and slightly pungent flavor allows for great versatility, whether used fresh, dried, or powdered. When the seeds and membranes are removed, its taste becomes milder, making it particularly interesting for custom seasonings. Its discreet flowering also attracts certain pollinating insects, adding a small ecological contribution to its garden appeal. Grown among tomatoes, basil, or onions, it contributes to a colorful and productive edible scene, full of culinary promises. Both ornamental, easy to grow, and rich in gourmet possibilities, ‘Hungarian Paprika’ is an excellent choice for chili enthusiasts and homemade preparations.

Sowing
guide
Sowing periodFebruary to April
Sowing depth6 mm (1/4 in)
Germination temperature24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)
Germination time10 to 21 days
Soil
and care
ExposureSun
Soil
Rich and well-drained
Watering
Regular
Container
growing
true
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Garden use
Homemade paprika, drying, seasonings, cooking, gourmet garden
Bloom period
June to August
Harvest
70 to 80 days after transplanting
Size
and facts
Height60 to 80 cm (24 to 32 in)
Spread30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in)
Planting
partners
Good companions
Tomatoes, basil, onions, carrots
Avoid planting with
Fennel, peas
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.