Cubanelle Sweet Pepper Seeds, Non GMO, Heirloom, USA, FAST GROWING, FAST SHIPPING, 100CT. Seeds are fresh, 14-21 days to germination. 1 package contains 100+ count of seeds. We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail. Cubanelle Pepper is a sweet and tangy yellow-green, thin-walled pepper with a tropical, mildly spicy flavor that is popular in Cuban, Puerto Rican, and Dominican cuisine. Stuff with rice or use in sandwiches, yellow mole sauce, salads, and casseroles to brighten a rich meal. Cubanelles will ripen to bright red if left on the bush. Spice level is low (100 - 1,000 Scoville Units). Also Known As: Cuban Pepper, Italian Frying Pepper We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail. Plant Name: Pepper, Cubanelle Latin Name: Capsicum anuum Days to Germinate: 14-21 Days to Harvest: 80 Germination Rate: 89% Test Date: 11/23 Growth Habit: Bush, Upright USDA Zones: 3-12 Lifespan: Annual Brand: TomorrowSeeds Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade GMO: No Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No Seeds Packed For**: 2024 *Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds. **Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates. Planting Instructions: Soil Preparation: Choose an area with heavy, well-draining soil that receives at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Several weeks before planting, prepare dig or plow the soil 8-10 inches deep and rake up several times to break up large clods. Work the soil when it is dry enough to not stick to garden tools. You may optionally apply manure, compost, peat moss, or rotted hay to build the organic matter content of the soil, especially if working with heavy clay. Planting: Try not to plant seeds until the soil warms in the spring and all danger of frost is past since peppers grow best in warm weather. For Fall planting, plant peppers 12-16 weeks before the first expected frost. Starting peppers indoors and then transplanting outdoors will be easier than if starting from seed outdoors. If direct sowing, plant 3-4 seeds in 1/2 inch deep holes spaced 1 1/2 feet apart within rows spaced 3 feet apart (from hole to hole). If transplanting, plant 3-4 seeds 1/2 inch deep in a pot. When pepper plants are 4-6 inches tall, transplant outdoors. Make 3-4 inch-deep transplant holes spaced 1 1/2 feet apart within raised rows spaced 3 feet apart (from plant to plant). Fill the holes with water and let it soak in. The slightly sunken areas that were created will help the plant to retain water. Move the plants carefully from the pots or flats and set them in the transplant holes, leaving as much soil as possible around the roots. Fill the hole with soil and pack it loosely around the plant. Leave a slightly sunken area around each plant to hold water. Water the plants after planting. It is best to transplant peppers in the evening or a cloudy day to prevent plants from drying too much and wilting. Planting Depth: 1/2 inch Within-Row Spacing: 1 1/2 feet Between-Row Spacing: 3 feet Care During the Season: Watering: Water the plants enough to keep from wilting. Slow, deep watering helps the root system grow strong. Try not to let pepper plants wilt because this will reduce yield and quality of the fruit. Weeding and Pruning: Keep plants as weed-free as possible. When tilling or hoeing, be careful not to cut too deeply into the soil near the pepper plants as cutting the feeder rooters may slow the plant's growth. Pull by hand any weeds that are close to the plants. Fertilizing: You may optionally add 2-3 pounds of a complete fertilizer per 100 square feet of garden area. Spread the fertilizer evenly over the garden and work into the soil. If planting single pepper plants, after the first pepper begins to enlarge, you may optionally place about 2 level tablespoons of fertilizer around each plant about 6 inches from the stem, then mix it well with the soil. Water the plant after adding the fertilizer. This will increase the yield and quality of the peppers. Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Sevin is a synthetic insecticide that can be used to control for the flea beatle. Insecticidal soaps and neem oils are good ways to control for aphids. Before using a pesticide, please read the label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions. Diseases: Watch pepper plants closely, especially in mild weather. Leaf spots are caused by fungi and bacteria and can be treated with neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides. Please always follow label directions. Harvesting: Harvest peppers as they mature to increase yields throughout the season. The first peppers are usually ready 8-10 weeks after transplanting. Harvest hot peppers when they turn red or yellow, depending on the variety. Cubanelle peppers are mature when they reach a good size and develop a bright yellow-green sheen. Use peppers within 3 days of harvesting, or store in the refrigerator crisper or other covered containers. Nutrition Facts: Cubanelle peppers, green Amount Per 1 pepper (45 g) Calories 18 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0.1 g 0% Saturated fat 0 g 0% Cholesterol 0 mg 0% Sodium 3 mg 0% Potassium 153 mg 4% Total Carbohydrate 4.3 g 1% Dietary fiber 0.7 g 2% Sugar 2.3 g Protein 0.9 g 1% Vitamin C 181% Calcium 0% Iron 2% Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B6 5% Cobalamin 0% Magnesium 2% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Shipping Policy: We ship in 1 business day via USPS First Class Mail! Domestic Orders: FREE TRACKING and a special gift when you buy 4 or more items from our shop!Please use your PO Box address if you have one.Untracked orders will be sent in a white letter envelope from "TomorrowSeeds" with internal tracing.Always FREE domestic shipping! 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Petch Siam Thai Eggplants are small, green-striped 2-inch round eggplants are grown in the sun-kissed fields of Thailand. These eggplants boast a delightful balance of mild sweetness and subtle bitterness and their firm flesh provides a satisfying texture that holds up during cooking. Thai eggplants absorb flavors of the spices and sauces they're cooked with fragrant Thai basil, fiery chili, savory soy sauce, and other traditional Thai ingredients. Whether you're preparing a classic Thai curry, stir-frying a medley of vegetables, or experimenting with fusion recipes, these eggplants add a burst of flavor and visual appeal. Thai Eggplant makes an excellent supplement to vegetarian and vegan diets. It boasts a variety of health benefits, including high amounts of dietary fiber, potassium, and B vitamins. Also Known As: Green Eggplant, Round Eggplant, Baby Eggplant, Small Eggplant, Southeast Asian Indian Eggplant, Aubergine, Nellore Brinjal, Ratna, Bharta, Melanzana, Melongene, Guinea Squash, Makhuea We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail. Plant Name: Eggplant, Petch Siam Latin Name: Solanum melongena or Solanum ovigerum or Solanum trongum Days to Germinate: 7-14 Days to Harvest: 55 Germination Rate: 90% Test Date: 3/23 Growth Habit: Bush USDA Zones: 5-12 Lifespan: Annual Country of Origin: United States Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade GMO: No Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No Seeds Packed For**: 2024 *Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds. **Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates. Planting Instructions: Soil Preparation: Remove large weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Spade the soil 6-10 inches deep and turn each shovel of soil over completely to till soil. Eggplant prefers well-drained, fertile, sandy loam soils with a pH between 5.5 and 7.2. You may add fertilizer (see "Fertilizing" below) or organic material such as compost, leaves, or rotted hay over planting area at this point. The higher the organic matter content of the soil the better, so it may be beneficial to incorporate a 3-4 inch layer of compost if possible. Planting: Although eggplant can be seeded directly into the garden, it may be better for beginner gardeners to use transplants. For transplants, start seeds 6-8 weeks indoors before transplanting outside. Seeds may germinate more quickly, in 5-7 days, if kept at 86 degrees and may take up to 14 days if germinated at 65 degrees F. Eggplant is a tropical plant so it is sensitive to cold and should not be planted outside until after all risk of frost has passed and daytime temperatures are at least 65 degrees F. The plants will grow to 2-4 feet upright bushes so space transplants 2 - 2 1/2 feet apart. To direct sow, make 1 inch deep holes spaced 2 - 2 1/2 feet apart in raised beds down rows 2-4 feet apart, then plant 6-8 seeds in each hole. Cover thinly with soil and water after planting. Planting Depth: 1 inch Within-Row Spacing: 2 - 2 1/2 feet Between-Row Spacing: 2-4 feet Care During the Season: Watering: Water the eggplants at least 1 inch per week. It is better to give one thorough soaking than several frequent, short waterings, because frequent watering promotes shallow roots. High temperatures, high winds, and sandy soils will increase the need for water. Weeding: Keep squash plants as weed-free as possible. When plowing or hoeing do not dig deeper than 1 inch to prevent from cutting the feeder rooters which may slow the plant's growth. Fertilizing: Eggplant benefits from a consistent supply of nutrients. You may optionally scatter 2-3 pounds of a complete fertilizer for each 1,000 square feet of garden area. Apply half the fertilizer before planting and the other half after the first fruits appear. Work into the soil and leave the surface smooth. After transplanting the eggplant, you may pour 1/4 cup of starter solution around each plant. Make the starter solution by dissolving 2 tablespoons of a complete fertilizer in 1 gallon of water. Do not let fertilizer touch the plants. Water the plants after fertilizing. Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Bt neem oil can be used to control the cutworm, Sevin® and Thiodan® can control for the eggplant flea beetle. Neem oil, Dacsure, and Disureig-sure can control for serpentine leafminers. Insecticidal soaps, neem oil, and spinosad controls for spider mites. Before using a pesticide, read the label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions. Diseases: Eggplant can get diseases at various stages, including seed rot, damping off, anthacnose, late blight, alternaria leaf spot, and verticillium wilt. Diseases may manifest if 3 conditions take hold: presence of a disease pathogen, a susceptible host, and a favorable environment. Diseases are preventable by rotating crops, proper irrigation, plant spacing, and good sanitation (such as disposing diseased plants). Check the plants daily and if spots or mold appear, treat the plant with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used. Please always follow label directions. Harvesting: Thai Eggplant can be harvested when they are about 2 inches in diameter. Harvest before the skin dulls and seeds become hard. If you lightly press the side of the fruit with your thumbnail and the indentation stays, then the fruit is ripe and ready to be picked. Cut eggplants off the plant rather than breaking off the plant. Handle Thai eggplants gently to prevent bruises. Nutrition Facts: Eggplant Amount Per 1 cup, cubes (82 g) Calories 20 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0.1 g 0% Saturated fat 0 g 0% Polyunsaturated fat 0.1 g Monounsaturated fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0% Sodium 2 mg 0% Potassium 188 mg 5% Total Carbohydrate 4.8 g 1% Dietary fiber 2.5 g 10% Sugar 2.9 g Protein 0.8 g 1% Vitamin A 0% Vitamin C 3% Calcium 0% Iron 1% Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B-6 5% Cobalamin 0% Magnesium 2% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Shipping Policy: We ship in 1 business day via USPS First Class Mail! Domestic Orders: FREE TRACKING and a special gift when you buy 4 or more items from our shop!Please use your PO Box address if you have one.Untracked orders will be sent in a white letter envelope from "TomorrowSeeds" with internal tracing.Always FREE domestic shipping! International Orders:Please use your PO Box address (or country equivalent) if you have one.Untracked orders will be sent in a white letter envelope from "Florence Ecnerolf" with internal tracing.For Tracked Orders, the maximum shipping charge you will pay is $18 USD. Per-item shipping rates will apply until your order's total shipping charge reaches $18 USD. Then your shipping total at checkout should be automatically capped to $18 USD. Questions or Concerns With Your Order:Please contact us first and we'll be more than happy to replace or refund your order. Custom or Bulk/Wholesale Orders:Please contact us and we will give you a quote. How To Navigate Our Shop:Click our store name "tomorrowseeds" under Seller Information or keep scrolling down to click the blue "Visit store" button.Once you're in our store, click "Categories" under the store banner.Click on the individual seed categories.Happy Browsing!