Pepper Seeds - Sweet - Chablis Hybrid
60 Days to maturity (from transplant). Capsicum annuum. Chablis Hybrid Pepper Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, F1 hybrid, sweet pepper with no heat. 0 Scoville Heat Units. Resistant to Bacterial Leaf Spot (Race 0), Tobacco Mosaic Virus. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Early maturity and widely adaptable. 15-18 inches tall. Blocky bell fruit is white to orange to scarlet red. Excellent shape with thick walls and good weight. Fruit measures 4x3 inches. ~4,000 seeds/oz.
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Growing Chablis Hybrid Peppers in the Vegetable Garden
Chablis Hybrid peppers are best begun indoors. Plant the seeds in a seed starting mix in small pots or a seeding tray about 6-8 weeks before the last expected frost. These peppers love warmth for germination, so keep the soil moist and in a warm spot—ideally between 75-85 F (24-29 C). Germination should occur in 7-14 days. Make sure they get plenty of light to avoid leggy growth; a sunny window ledge or an artificial grow light works wonders here./p>
Chablis Hybrid peppers, with their early maturity, are eager to move outdoors, but only when they're ready and the weather is warm enough. After the last frost, start the hardening off process to acclimate your seedlings to outdoor conditions. This involves gradually exposing them to the outside environment over a week, starting with just an hour a day and increasing the duration gradually. This step is crucial for preventing transplant shock and easing their transition to outdoor growth.
These peppers are incredibly versatile and can thrive in containers, raised beds, garden plots, or even greenhouses. When choosing a spot, consider that they need a sunny location and well-draining soil to prosper. Space the plants about 18-24 inches apart to ensure they have enough room to grow and for air to circulate, reducing the risk of disease. If you're growing in containers, make sure they're large enough to accommodate the plant's growth—about 2-3 gallons in size.
As your Chablis Hybrid peppers develop, they'll need consistent care. They're somewhat drought-tolerant but perform best with regular watering, ensuring the soil stays evenly moist. Because of their resistance to Bacterial Leaf Spot and Tobacco Mosaic Virus, they're somewhat easier to care for than other varieties but keep an eye out for other pests or issues. A stake or cage can provide support as the plants grow and the peppers begin to weigh down the branches.
Harvesting Chablis Hybrid Peppers
One of the joys of growing Chablis Hybrid peppers is their early maturity, allowing you to enjoy the fruits of your labor sooner. These peppers can be harvested in green, yellow, orange, or red. Each offers a slightly different flavor and texture. Expect to begin harvesting around 60-75 days after transplanting. When picking, cut the peppers from the plants with a sharp knife or scissors to avoid damaging the plant.
About Chablis Hybrid Pepper Garden Seeds
Sweet Peppers have numerous health benefits. They are a great crunchy snack to enjoy when you are looking for something low in calories. It is full of vitamins A and C and fiber. Many nutrients in sweet peppers make it a no-brainer to add to your meals.
These peppers are on the sweet side, making them a great addition to salads, stir-fries, or even as a snack on their own. The sweet flavor intensifies as the pepper matures and changes color.
These peppers stand out not just for their unique color and sweet flavor but also for their resilience against common garden adversaries like Bacterial Leaf Spot (Race 0) and Tobacco Mosaic Virus. Whether you're a balcony gardener using containers or have a sprawling garden plot or raised beds, the Chablis Hybrid pepper is a perfect choice due to its early maturity and adaptability to a wide range of growing conditions.
In creating a hybrid like Chablis Hybrid, breeders aim to combine the best traits of the parent plants. This might include disease resistance, uniform fruit size and shape, specific ripening characteristics, and adaptability to various climates and growing conditions. The development process involves cross-pollinating the selected parent plants, then growing the offspring and selecting for the best performers over several generations.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"Sometimes hybrids and GMOs get confused. Hybrid plants can be developed without the use of specialized lab equipment and are the result of intentional cross pollination of two or more desirable pepper varieties. GMOs have a bad reputation because they were created without the help of nature. That is why it is possible to have a non-GMO hybrid such as Chablis!"
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
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Chablis Hybrid Pepper Seeds Per Package:
- 300 mg packet - Approximately 40 Seeds
- .25 oz - Approximately 1,000 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 4,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 16,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 64,000 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. |
| Chablis Hybrid Pepper Color: | Yellow, Orange, Red |
| Chablis Hybrid Pepper Flavor: | 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: | 60 (from transplant) |
| Days to Germination: | 7-10 |
| Seeding Depth: | 0.25 inch |
| Plant Spacing: | 12-18 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 24-36 inches |
| Plant Height: | 12-18 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 |
Other
| 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: | Very Early - Ready for harvest around 45 to 60 days from transplant. |
| Germination Temperature: | 80-90 F |
| Pests and Diseases: | Resistant to Bacterial Leaf Spot (Race 0), Tobacco Mosaic Virus. 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, Containers |
| Pepper Use: | Raw eating, slicing, grilling |