Pepper Seeds - Sweet - Cabernet Hybrid
76 Days to maturity (from transplant). Capsicum annuum. Cabernet Hybrid Pepper Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, high-yielding, sweet pepper with no heat. 0 Scoville Heat Units. Suitable for growing in garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. A true Lamuyo type - green to red elongated bell pepper. Thick Walled fruits measure 4 in. (diameter) x 6 in. (length). ~4,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Cabernet Hybrid Peppers in the Vegetable Garden
To start, you'll need to purchase Cabernet Hybrid bell pepper seeds from a reputable source. Begin by planting your seeds indoors about 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost in your area. This head start is crucial for developing strong seedlings ready to thrive outdoors. Use small pots or a seed starting tray filled with a moist, well-draining seed starting mix. Plant the seeds about a quarter inch deep and gently water them, ensuring the soil is damp but not waterlogged. Place the tray in a warm spot, ideally where temperatures consistently hover around 70-85 F (21-29 C), which is the sweet spot for pepper seed germination.
As your pepper seeds begin to sprout, which usually happens within 1-3 weeks, it's important to ensure they receive plenty of light. Seedlings need about 12 hours of light per day to grow well. If you're lacking in natural sunlight, consider using grow lights positioned a few inches above the plants, adjusting as they grow to prevent stretching. Also, keep the soil consistently moist by watering lightly when the top inch feels dry to the touch. Avoid over-watering, as this can lead to issues like damping off, a common fungal disease that can be detrimental to your young plants.
Once the danger of frost has passed and your seedlings have developed at least two sets of true leaves, it's time to start thinking about transplanting them outdoors. However, before making the big move, they need to be acclimated to their new outdoor conditions through a process called "hardening off." Over the course of a week, gradually expose your seedlings to the outside environment. Start with an hour of outdoor time in a shaded, protected area, and increase it daily. This step reduces transplant shock, allowing your plants to adjust better to their new home.
Choosing the right spot in your garden is critical for the success of your Cabernet Hybrid bell peppers. These plants love the sun, so select a location that receives at least 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. The soil should be rich, well-draining, and have a pH of around 6.0-6.8. Work in compost or a balanced vegetable fertilizer to enrich your garden bed. When transplanting, space the seedlings about 18-24 inches apart to give them plenty of room to grow and ensure adequate air circulation, which helps prevent disease.
Finally, as your peppers grow, keep an eye on watering and nutrition. Peppers require consistent moisture, so water them regularly, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Mulching around the plants can help retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. When it comes to feeding, applying a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (as per the package instructions) can support healthy growth and fruit production.
Harvesting Cabernet Hybrid Peppers
Harvest Cabernet bell peppers when green for a crisp texture or let them ripen to red for enhanced sweetness. Use scissors to cut the pepper, leaving a bit of stem. Regular harvesting encourages more fruit production. Store in the fridge for 1-2 weeks or preserve by freezing, drying, or pickling./p>
About Cabernet Hybrid Pepper Garden Seeds
Cabernet hybrid red bell peppers are large, measuring 4 inches wide by 6 inches long on average. This makes them ideal for stuffing, fresh eating, and stewing.
Labeled as a true Layumo type bell pepper, this variety boasts a deep scarlet color, sweet flavor, and thick fruit walls.
Being a hybrid, the Cabernet variety is bred for disease resistance, making it a resilient choice for gardeners at any experience level, particularly those who might be dealing with common garden pests and diseases.
It's important to support the plants as they grow and the fruits develop, as the weight of the peppers can cause branches to bend or break. Staking or using cages can help keep your plants upright and healthy.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"If you pick them when they're still green, you'll find they have a crisp texture and a slightly more vegetal flavor, which some people prefer for certain dishes. However, allowing them to ripen fully to a deep red will enhance their sweetness.”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Cabernet Hybrid Pepper Seeds Per Package:
- 300mg - Packet - Approximately 40 Seeds
- .25 oz - Wholesale - Approximately 1,000 Seeds
- 1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 4,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 16,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 64,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 320,000 Seeds
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Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Capsicum annuum |
| Pepper Type: | Sweet - These peppers (think Bell Peppers) are almost all at 0 on the Scoville Scale, meaning that they have no heat at all. A handful of sweet peppers do register very low on the Scoville scale but are still classed as sweet peppers. For example, Pepperoncinis are sweet peppers but usually rank around 100 to 500 on the Scoville Scale. |
| Cabernet Hybrid Pepper Color: | Red |
| Cabernet Hybrid Pepper Flavor: | Very sweet |
Growing Info
| Hardiness Zone: | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Technically a tender perennial, but commonly grown as an annual. Perennial in zones 10 and 11. |
| Days to Maturity: | 76 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 12-18 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 24-36 inches |
| Growth Habit: | Upright |
| Soil Preference: | Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.5 pH), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting, similar to tomatoes. Peppers also need sufficient amounts of phosphorus and calcium. We recommend using a balanced fertilizer for the best results. |
| Temperature Preference: | Warmer (70-85 F). During high heat, foliar and flower development slow or pause until temperatures return to the preferred range. |
| Light Preference: | Full Sun |
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| Direct Sow: | No |
| Start Indoors: | Yes. Start Indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date. Harden off and transplant when seedlings are 6-8 inches tall. Bury the stem slightly deeper than the root ball. Avoid planting hot and sweet peppers right next to each other, as they can cross-pollinate, potentially affecting the flavors of your harvested peppers. |
| Pepper Pollination: | Peppers have perfect flowers (male and female parts) and will self-pollinate. However, wind and pollinator activity may increase success rates of fertilization and fruit production. |
| Plant Width: | 18-24 inches |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Scoville Heat Units: | 0 |
| Heat Level: | Sweet - Peppers with no heat. 0-99 on the Scoville Scale. Example: Bell Peppers |
| Growth Speed: | Mid - Ready for harvest around 76 to 90 days from transplant. |
| Germination Temperature: | 80-90 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Peppers are commonly susceptible to cutworms, aphids, flea beetles, bacterial spot, Phytophthora, sunscald, and blossom end rot. To avoid or reduce problems with pests and diseases, stick to a regular watering schedule (drip irrigation is preferred), plant into well-draining soils, and utilize practices such as crop rotation. When taking pest control measures, consider utilizing integrated pest management principles by using mechanical removal, biological control, and other cultural practices before turning to chemical agents. |
| Garden Size: | Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed |