Growing Peppers from Store-Bought Seeds: Hybrid Uncertainty

Seeds from grocery store peppers are usually hybrids (F1). They won't breed true—offspring vary in size, heat, shape, and disease resistance.

Better Approach

• Buy open-pollinated or heirloom seeds for predictable results.
• If experimenting, grow store seeds alongside known varieties for comparison.
• Isolate if saving seed to prevent cross-pollination.

Container peppers need 5+ gallon pots, full sun, consistent moisture, and high-phosphorus feed.