Carmen Bell Pepper Seeds – Sweet & Flavorful Italian Variety

Bring authentic Italian flavor to your garden with Carmen Bell Pepper Seeds, a hybrid variety known for its exceptionally sweet taste and high yields. These elongated, horn-shaped peppers mature from green to deep red, offering a mild, fruity flavor that’s perfect for roasting, grilling, or slicing fresh into salads.

Carmen Bell Peppers are productive and reliable, thriving in warm, sunny conditions and producing abundant, uniform fruits. This variety performs well in both garden beds and large containers, making it ideal for home gardeners and market growers alike.

Features:

1. Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
2. Common Name: Carmen Bell Pepper
3. Variety Type: Sweet Italian-type pepper
4. Fruit Shape: Elongated, tapered (6–8 inches long)
5. Fruit Color: Green turning to deep red at maturity
6. Flavor Profile: Sweet, mild, and rich
7. Growth Habit: Upright, compact plants

Specifications:

1. Seed Type: Non-GMO, high-quality hybrid pepper seeds
2. Planting Season: Late winter to spring (indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost)
3. Zones: USDA Zones 9–11 (annual in cooler regions)
4. Sun Exposure: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
5. Soil Type: Well-draining, nutrient-rich loam
6. Soil pH: 6.0–6.8 preferred
7. Planting Depth: ¼ inch (6 mm)
8. Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between plants
9. Germination Time: 7–14 days
10. Days to Maturity: 70–80 days after transplanting
11. Plant Height: 24–30 inches (60–75 cm)
12. Water Needs: Regular, consistent moisture—avoid waterlogging
13. Temperature Range: Prefers 70–85°F (21–29°C) for best fruit set
14. Harvest: When fruits are fully red for peak sweetness

Planting Guide:

1. Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost.
2. Sow seeds in seed trays with a light, well-draining mix and keep soil warm (75–80°F).
3. Transplant seedlings outdoors when temperatures are consistently above 60°F.
4. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun.
5. Water regularly and feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.
6. Harvest peppers when fully red for maximum flavor and sweetness.