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Capsicum annuum 'California Wonder'

Capsicum annuum
Soil Moisture Needs: Average Exposure: Sun Tolerant

Pepper

Create delicious gourmet meals with home grown vegetables! Fresh vegetables surpass anything you can buy, and are surprisingly easy to grow. Smooth, thick walls are ideal for stuffing or fresh salads. Fuller maturing produces sweeter, crimson red peppers.

Recommended Recipes
20 Minute Potato Salad
Campfire Potatoes
Green Pepper Salsa
Pepper Salad
Sweet Pepper Relish
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Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips

Plant when nights are above 55°F (13°C). Space 18" x 30" (45cm x 75cm). Water regularly and mulch. Stake if necessary. Plant in a sunny location after the threat of frost has passed. Best in fertile, well-drained soil. Keep soil moist, watering freely in dry weather. Harvest as needed.

Usage/Other Information

Blocky, 4 inch peppers great for stuffing. As they age they will turn green to red. Superb for eating fresh or added to a variety of dishes. Try serving them grilled, roasted, or stir-fried. Preserve by canning, drying, or freezing.
Characteristics & Attributes
Urban Gardener Brands
• Tomato Cage
• 11oz Veggies
Exposure
• Sun Tolerant
Growth Rate in the Garden
• Slow
Soil Moisture Needs
• Average