Description

Description:
A true garden classic since the 1920s, the California Wonder Bell Pepper is America’s favorite heirloom bell pepper for a reason. This vigorous plant produces blocky, thick-walled, 4-lobed green peppers that ripen to a vibrant red when fully mature. The fruit is crisp, sweet, and juicy, perfect for raw snacking or stuffing.

Days to Fruit: 70–75 days from transplant.

How to Grow in Texas:
Plant in early spring after the last frost or in late summer for a fall harvest. Peppers thrive in warm soil — 70–85°F. In Texas, mulch well and provide afternoon shade if temperatures exceed 95°F. Water deeply but let the soil dry slightly between watering to prevent rot.

Why Choose This Variety:
Tried-and-true for generations — dependable yields, disease resistance, and classic bell pepper flavor. It outshines newer hybrids with its robust taste and sturdy plants.

Culinary Uses:
Perfect for salads, grilling, roasting, stuffing, or adding sweetness to fajitas and stir-fries.

Taste:
Sweet, mild, and crunchy — classic bell pepper flavor with a hint of sweetness when fully red.

Country of Origin: USA.

USDA Zones: Grows well in Zones 3–11.

Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum.

Soil pH: 6.0–6.8.