Grow a garden classic with bold color and sweet crunch!
Meet California Wonder Redāyour go-to bell pepper for flavor-packed harvests. These thick-walled beauties start green and ripen to a vibrant red, bringing a splash of color and a burst of sweetness to your garden. Whether youāre stuffing, slicing, or snacking, this heirloom favorite delivers crisp texture and juicy bites every time.
Variety:Ā California Wonder Red Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Growth Habit:Ā Warm-season annual
Height:Ā 18ā24 inches
Flavor Profile:Ā Sweet, crisp, and juicy
Color:Ā Green turning to bright red
Planting Conditions:Ā Full sun and well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline:Ā 70ā75 days to mature fruits
Uses:Ā Ideal for stuffing, slicing, grilling, and fresh snacking
Disease Resistance:Ā Reliable and hardy in most garden conditions
Fun Fact:Ā This heirloom has been delighting American gardeners since the 1920s!
Imagine biting into a freshly picked pepperācrisp, juicy, and bursting with sweetness. California Wonder Red is perfect for stuffing with grains and herbs, slicing into crunchy salads, or roasting to bring out its natural sugars. Its thick walls hold up beautifully in the oven, and its flavor shines whether raw or cooked. A must-have for any home cook or garden grazer!
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šĀ Choose a Sunny Spot:Ā Pick a location with full sun and rich, well-drained soil.
š±Ā Sow the Seeds:Ā Start indoors 8ā10 weeks before your last frost date. Transplant seedlings 18 inches apart once the soil warms.
š§Ā Water Consistently:Ā Keep the soil evenly moistānever soggy.
šæĀ Support and Maintain:Ā Stake plants if fruits get heavy to prevent bending.
āļøĀ Harvest:Ā Pick peppers when theyāre firm and fully red for peak flavor and crunch.
