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Hot & Huge Chilli Seed Set (20) – Hungarian Hot Wax, Fresno, Cayenne Orange, Banana Pepper
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Hot & Huge Chilli Seed Set (20) – Hungarian Hot Wax, Fresno, Cayenne Orange, Banana Pepper

£4.95 GBP

Big pods, bold colours, this set combines four classic varieties known for their size, flavour, and versatility. From mild banana sweetness to the fiery curry-flavoured kick of Cayenne Orange, these chillies are perfect for growers who love generous harvests and huge, eye‑catching fruits.

  • Freshly harvested 2025 seeds – Welsh-grown and carefully selected for high germination rates
  • Mixed heat levels – ranging from mild (Banana Pepper) to hot (Cayenne Orange)
  • Flexible growing options – thrive in pots indoors, greenhouses, or outdoors through summer
  • Versatile use – excellent for stuffing, sauces, grilling, pickling, or drying
  • Generous yields – large pods and prolific plants for maximum harvest

Each pack contains 20 premium chilli seeds (5 of each variety), grown in Wales, plus detailed species info sheets. A great value set and a perfect gift for chilli lovers who want size and spice.

 

Species Information

Hungarian Hot Wax

  • Scientific name: Capsicum annuum ‘Hungarian Hot Wax’
  • Origin: Hungary, traditional variety prized for versatility
  • Plant habit: Upright plants, 60–100 cm tall
  • Fruit size: Large pods, 10–15 cm, ripening from yellow to red
  • Scoville Heat Units (SHU): ~5,000–15,000 SHU (mild to medium)
  • Flavour profile: Sweet, tangy heat, excellent for stuffing and grilling
  • Yield: Heavy cropping, reliable in UK conditions

Fresno

  • Scientific name: Capsicum annuum ‘Fresno’
  • Origin: USA, developed in California
  • Plant habit: Compact plants, 50–70 cm tall
  • Fruit size: Conical pods, 5–7 cm, ripening green to red
  • Scoville Heat Units (SHU): ~2,500–10,000 SHU (mild to medium)
  • Flavour profile: Bright, crisp flavour with gentle heat, similar to jalapeño
  • Yield: Prolific, producing clusters of pods throughout summer

Cayenne Orange

  • Scientific name: Capsicum annuum ‘Cayenne Orange’
  • Origin: Global favourite, selected for vibrant orange colour
  • Plant habit: Upright plants, 80–180 cm tall
  • Fruit size: Slim pods, 10–12 cm, ripening bright orange
  • Scoville Heat Units (SHU): ~30,000–50,000 SHU (hot)
  • Flavour profile: Clean, sharp heat with a classic cayenne taste
  • Yield: High-yielding, producing long pods in abundance

Banana Pepper

  • Scientific name: Capsicum annuum ‘Banana Pepper’
  • Origin: Widely grown in Europe and USA
  • Plant habit: Bushy plants, 60–150 cm tall
  • Fruit size: Large, curved pods, 15–20 cm, ripening yellow to red
  • Scoville Heat Units (SHU): ~0–500 SHU (very mild)
  • Flavour profile: Sweet, tangy flavour, perfect for pickling and stuffing
  • Yield: Very prolific, producing large pods throughout the season

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