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Botanical Interests California Wonder Sweet Pepper Seeds

Botanical Interests California Wonder Sweet Pepper Seeds

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An old-time favorite since 1928 for good reason! 'California Wonder's' large, uniform shape makes it ideal for stuffing. Delicious grilled, they are perfect for shish kabobs. Peppers left on the plant will turn a beautiful, bright red, and have more vitamin C than an orange! Good container variety, and dependable performer even in short season climates.

Features

Family Solanaceae
Native Americas
Life Cycle Annual
Plant Height Tall (Greater than 24")

Further Information

Growing Conditions Frost Sensitive

Planting Pepper

Days to Maturity 75 days from transplanting
Plant Spacing Start indoors
Light Required Full sun
Plant Height Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth ¼"

Coverage & Planting Details

Coverage	This packet yields approximately 24 plants when started indoors.
Row Spacing	24"–36"
Seed Depth	¼"
Seed Spacing	Start indoors
Thinning	Start indoors, plant seedlings 18"–24" apart outside
Germination	10–25 days
Start Indoors	RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before transplanting. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F. Transplant seedlings outside 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, and when daytime temperatures are at least 70°F, and nighttime temperatures are at least 55°F. Mild Climates: May be sown in late summer for fall/winter crop.
Direct Sow	For Mild Climates* only:* 2 to 4 weeks after average last frost, when soil temperature is at least 70°F.
Growing & Harvesting	Peppers can be harvested green or left on the vine to mature to bright red and very sweet.