Chocolate Bell Pepper Seeds For Planting (Capsicum annuum)
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basic information
Chocolate bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) are a sweet, mild variety with a rich, deep brown hue that adds visual appeal to dishes. Their robust flavor, with subtle earthy and slightly smoky notes, makes them versatile in culinary applications. They enhance salads, stir-fries, and stuffed pepper recipes, pairing well with cheeses, meats, and herbs. Roasted or grilled, they develop a caramelized sweetness, ideal for sauces, salsas, or as a colorful garnish.
Seed Count
50 SEEDS
Open Pollinated
YES
Organic
NO
Heirloom
YES
Untreated
YES
Non-GMO
YES
How To Grow
GROWER TIP: To germinate pepper seeds, maintain a consistent soil temperature of 75-85°F, using a heat mat if necessary. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged to encourage sprouting. Provide 14-16 hours of bright light daily to support healthy seedling development.
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
