Sweet, tangy, and ready to brighten your plate!
Sweet Banana peppers are like sunshine in pepper form, long, slender, and bursting with a mild, tangy flavor that’s perfect for pickling, frying, or slicing fresh. They’re easy to grow and even easier to love.
Variety:Â Sweet Banana Pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Growth Habit:Â Warm-season annual
Height: 18–24 inches
Flavor Profile:Â Mild, sweet, and tangy
Color:Â Pale yellow ripening to orange-red
Planting Conditions:Â Full sun and well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: Ready in 60–70 days
Uses:Â Great for pickling, frying, fresh salads, and sandwiches
Fun Fact: Despite the name, they don’t taste like bananas, they’re named for their shape and sunny color!
These cheerful peppers are a home canner’s dream. Slice them into rings for a tangy sandwich topper, or pickle them whole for a crunchy, sweet treat that’s perfect on burgers, charcuterie boards, or straight from the jar. Their mild flavor makes them a hit with kids and pepper lovers alike.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Plant in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Start indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Transplant outdoors, spacing plants 18 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep the soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruiting.
🌿 Support and Maintain: Stake if needed to support heavy fruit loads.
✂️ Harvest: Pick when fruits are pale yellow for a tangy bite, or let them ripen to orange-red for a sweeter flavor.
