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Chocolate Bell Pepper Seeds For Planting (Capsicum annuum)

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ALL ABOUT THESE PEPPERS

SEED COUNT

60 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

HEIRLOOM

YES

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES
Chocolate bell peppers, with their unique deep brown to chocolate coloration when ripe, are a cultivar of Capsicum annuum, which has its origins traced back to Mesoamerica, where peppers were domesticated over 5,000 years ago. These peppers became part of the global culinary scene much later, through the Columbian Exchange, where they spread to Europe and eventually worldwide. The term "bell pepper" itself encompasses a variety of colors, including this less common chocolate variety, which is prized for its sweet flavor, reminiscent of chocolate notes, without the heat typically associated with peppers due to the absence of capsaicin. Over time, selective breeding has likely enhanced the chocolate bell's distinctive color and flavor, making it a niche but sought-after ingredient in gourmet dishes.
ALL ABOUT THESE PEPPERS

SEED COUNT

60 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATEDED

YES

ORGANIC

NO

UNTREATED

YES

NON-GMO

YES

HEIRLOOM

YES
Chocolate bell peppers, with their unique deep brown to chocolate coloration when ripe, are a cultivar of Capsicum annuum, which has its origins traced back to Mesoamerica, where peppers were domesticated over 5,000 years ago. These peppers became part of the global culinary scene much later, through the Columbian Exchange, where they spread to Europe and eventually worldwide. The term "bell pepper" itself encompasses a variety of colors, including this less common chocolate variety, which is prized for its sweet flavor, reminiscent of chocolate notes, without the heat typically associated with peppers due to the absence of capsaicin. Over time, selective breeding has likely enhanced the chocolate bell's distinctive color and flavor, making it a niche but sought-after ingredient in gourmet dishes.

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

SEED PREP

Soak seeds for 24 hours prior to sowing.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/4” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Provide a sterile, rich & fertile mix.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily, but avoid waterlogging.

GERMINATION

Typically germinates in 14 to 28 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Grows to a height of 24” to 30” tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 24” wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 18” to 24” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 18” apart.

CROP SIZE

3” to 4” tall and 3” in diameter.

SEASON

Technically a perennial, mainly grown as an annual.

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Capsicum annuum

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Can be stubborn with germinating.

HARVEST

70 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?

ADDITIONAL SOWING INFORMATION

GROWERS TIP

PREPERATION

Soak seeds for 24 hours prior to sowing.

SOWING DEPTH

Sow the seed 1/4” under.

LIGHT PREFERENCE

Prefers an area of full sunlight.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Provide a sterile, rich & fertile mix.

MOISTURE NEEDS

Water daily, but avoid waterlogging.

GERMINATION

Typically germinates in 14 to 28 days.

PLANT HEIGHT

Grows to a height of 24” to 30” tall.

PLANT WIDTH

Spreads about 24” wide.

PLANT SPACING

Space plants 18” to 24” apart.

ROW SPACING

Space rows 18” apart.

CROP SIZE

3” to 4” tall and 3” in diameter.

SEASON

Technically a perennial, mainly grown as an annual.

SCIENTIFIC NAME

Capsicum annuum

DIFFICULTY LEVEL

Can be stubborn with germinating.

HARVEST

70 Days

WHAT ARE CUSTOMERS SAYING?