Capsicum annuum
25 seeds
Maturity: 70 days from transplant
The best bell pepper we have found for northern gardens and cooler climates. These classic green to red peppers have blocky, uniform fruits and sweet flavor. Plants hold up well with strong stalks but will need staking once heavy 3-5" fruit reached full size. These peppers are excellent for stuffing, fresh eating, or freezing for winter use. We have had mixed success depending on the summer heat but they will reliably produce green peppers in our short season as long as they are grown under covering. In a warm summer, we can get them to red.
Peppers are a challenging crop in the north and require warmth and extra care to reach maturity.