California Wonder Bell Pepper Seeds – Heirloom, Sweet & Crisp

Enjoy classic, high-quality peppers with California Wonder Bell Pepper seeds. This heirloom variety is prized for its thick-walled, blocky fruits with a sweet, crisp flavor. Perfect for home gardeners, raised beds, or container planting, these peppers are versatile for fresh salads, cooking, grilling, and stuffing.

Features:

1. Variety: California Wonder Bell Pepper
2. Growth habit: Upright, vigorous, and bushy
3. Fruit characteristics: Sweet, crisp, thick-walled, blocky peppers
4. Heirloom: Yes, true-to-type variety
5. Suitable for: Garden beds, raised beds, containers, and greenhouses

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO, heirloom pepper seeds
2. Planting Season: Spring to early summer
3. Zones: USDA Zones 3–10
4. Planting Depth: 0.25 inch (6 mm)
5. Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between plants
6. Germination Time: 7–14 days
7. Days to Maturity: 70–80 days from transplant
8. Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
9. Plant Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
10. Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
11. Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil with pH 6.0–6.8
12. Watering: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
13. Temperature: Ideal soil temperature 70–85°F (21–29°C)
14. Indoor/Outdoor: Start indoors and transplant outdoors after frost

Planting Guide:

1. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost.
2. Maintain consistent moisture and warm soil for germination.
3. Transplant seedlings outdoors when frost risk has passed and soil is warm.
4. Space plants according to specifications for optimal airflow and growth.
5. Provide full sun and regular watering to ensure crisp, sweet peppers.
6. Harvest when peppers are fully colored and firm for best flavor and texture.