Carmen Bell Pepper Seeds – Sweet & Flavorful Italian Variety

Carmen Bell Peppers are a delicious, high-yielding Italian variety known for their exceptional sweetness and rich flavor. These elongated, horn-shaped peppers grow 6–8 inches long and mature from green to deep red, offering a sweet, crisp texture perfect for fresh eating, roasting, grilling, and salads. With early maturity and reliable productivity, this award-winning hybrid variety thrives in gardens, raised beds, and containers, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners.

Key Features:

• Sweet & Flavorful – Rich, delicious taste that intensifies as the peppers ripen.
• Early Maturing & High-Yielding – Produces an abundant harvest earlier than most varieties.
• Unique Italian Type – Elongated, tapered fruits with thick walls and crisp texture.
• Versatile Use – Ideal for fresh eating, roasting, grilling, and stuffing.
• Container-Friendly & Disease-Resistant – Thrives in pots, raised beds, and garden plots.

Product Details:

• Quantity: 10 seeds per pack
• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Plant Type: Annual
• Mature Height: 24–30 inches
• Fruit Size: 6–8 inches long, tapered shape
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Harvest Time: 60–70 days after transplanting

Planting Instructions:

• Seed Starting: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost.
• Sowing Depth: Plant seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix.
• Germination: Maintain temperatures of 70–85°F; expect germination in 7–14 days.
• Transplanting: Harden off seedlings before planting outdoors after the last frost.
• Spacing: Plant 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer every few weeks to promote strong growth.
• Pruning: Remove weak stems and lower leaves to improve airflow and plant health.
• Harvesting: Pick when firm and fully grown; green at 60 days, red at 75+ days for peak sweetness.