California Wonder Bell Pepper Seeds – Heirloom, Sweet & Crisp

Grow your own delicious, California Wonder Bell Peppers, a classic heirloom variety known for its thick walls, crisp texture, and sweet flavor. These blocky, four-lobed peppers are perfect for fresh eating, stuffing, grilling, and adding to salads. High-yielding and easy to grow, this variety thrives in garden beds, containers, and greenhouses, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners.

Key Features:

• Heirloom Variety – A time-tested favorite for generations.
• Sweet & Crisp – Thick-walled, juicy peppers with a mild, sweet flavor.
• High-Yielding – Produces an abundance of large, blocky peppers.
• Versatile Use – Great for stuffing, slicing, roasting, and fresh eating.
• Disease Resistant – Strong resistance to common pepper diseases.

Product Details:

• Quantity: 10 seeds per pack
• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
• Plant Type: Annual
• Mature Height: 18–24 inches
• Fruit Size: 4–5 inches long, 3–4 inches wide
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate, consistent moisture
• Harvest Time: 70–75 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 danger of frost has passed.
• Spacing: Plant 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart.

Care & Maintenance:

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer every few weeks for healthy growth.
• Pruning: Remove lower leaves and any weak stems to promote airflow.
• Harvesting: Pick when peppers are fully grown and firm; green at 70 days, red at 80+ days for peak sweetness.