Cubanelle Sweet Pepper – Live Plant | Mild Italian Frying Pepper

The Classic Italian Frying Pepper — 5× Milder Than a Jalapeño

Cubanelle Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is the classic Italian frying pepper — long, thin-walled, and extremely mild at just 0–1,000 SHU, making it roughly 5× milder than a jalapeño. Its delicate sweetness shines when sautéed, roasted, or stuffed. A staple of Italian-American and Caribbean cooking alike.

Plant Details

• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Heat Level: 0–1,000 SHU (very mild)
• Fruit: 4–6 in long, thin-walled, pale yellow-green to red at maturity
• Plant Size: 24–30 in tall
• Days to Maturity: ~65 days from transplant
• Best For: Sautéing, stuffed peppers, pizza, mirepoix, salads
• Container Friendly: Yes – 5-gallon pot; bring indoors below 55°F

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun with rich, well-draining soil. Amend the planting hole with compost and feed every 2–3 weeks for the first 6 weeks. Mulch the base with 1–2″ of compost to retain moisture. Keep indoors during cold snaps below 55°F.

Harvest Tips

Harvest when fruits are firm and pale yellow-green for best mild flavor. Pick regularly to encourage continued production.