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California Wonder Bell Pepper Seeds for Home Gardening

California Wonder Bell Pepper Seeds for Home Gardening

$16.49 USD
$16.49 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost.

Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep in seed trays.

Keep soil warm and evenly moist.

Transplant outdoors after frost risk passes.

Harden seedlings before planting outside

How to Grow

Grow in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.

Water consistently to maintain even moisture.

Use mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

Apply balanced fertilizer for healthy growth.

Support plants as needed to carry heavy fruit loads.

Tips

Harvest green or allow to turn red for sweetness.

Protect from cool temperatures early in the season.

Avoid overwatering to keep roots healthy.

Remove lower leaves to improve airflow.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Blocky

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Bushy

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Spring to Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Sweet

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
California Wonder Bell Pepper Seeds for Home Gardening
seed-type

Seed Type

Heirloom / Open-Pollinated

plant-type

Plant Type

Fruiting Vegetable

California Wonder Bell Pepper is a classic heirloom variety famous for its large, flavorful fruit and dependable garden performance. These thick-walled peppers are sweet and crisp, perfect for fresh salads, stuffing, roasting, and cooking. The vigorous plants produce abundant yields and adapt well to garden beds, raised beds, and container growing. Ideal for gardeners of all experience levels, this variety combines reliability with excellent culinary versatility.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Warm Season

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Large

plant-height

Plant Height

18–24 inches

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate & Consistent

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

4–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

18–24 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

0.5–1 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm climate

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
SEED COUNT
100
GTIN
036000114294

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes California Wonder different from hot peppers?

California Wonder produces sweet, blocky fruits without the heat associated with chili peppers.

Can peppers grow well in raised vegetable beds?

Yes. Raised beds provide fertile soil and good drainage for healthy plant growth.

Which vegetables grow well with bell peppers?

Tomatoes, basil, onions, carrots, and marigolds are suitable companion plants.

Can peppers be harvested while green or mature?

Yes. Fruits can be picked at different stages depending on preferred flavor and color.

Are California Wonder peppers commonly eaten raw?

Yes. They are widely enjoyed in salads, stuffed dishes, stir-fries, and roasted recipes.

Do pepper flowers attract pollinating insects?

The blossoms may attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects during bloom.