Pepper Seeds - Hungarian Cecei Sweet

Hungarian Cecei Sweet pepper seeds produce productive, warm-season plants known for their upright growth and reliable performance in home gardens. Plants develop a bushy structure and are well suited to garden beds, raised beds, and container growing. This sweet pepper type performs best in warm, sunny conditions with a long growing season and consistent care. It is commonly grown in temperate climates and adapts well to different soil types when drainage and moisture are properly managed.

Features

• Warm-season annual growth habit

• Upright, bushy plant structure

• Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers

• Adaptable to a range of temperate climates

• Suitable for home and small-scale planting use

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum

• Common Name (US): Pepper

• Seed Type / Variety: Hungarian Cecei Sweet

• Growth Habit: Upright annual plant

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 11 (grown as an annual)

• Planting Season: Spring after last frost

• Sowing Season:

  • Indoors: February to April

  • Outdoors: April to June

• Germination Time and Conditions: 7 to 14 days; soil temperature 70 to 85 F

• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil with organic matter

• Watering Needs: Regular watering; consistent moisture without waterlogging

• Mature Plant Size: 18 to 30 inches tall, 12 to 18 inches spread

• Plant Spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart