Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Capsicum annum) 72 days. Heirloom Golden California Wonder Sweet Pepper is a California Wonder Sweet Pepper type producing thick walled green to golden yellow to deep orange fruit. Fruit is smooth and glossy colored.
Planting Instructions for Golden California Wonder Sweet Pepper Seeds
Golden California Wonder Peppers are heat loving plants that are easy to grow, and do well in a variety of climates. Start Heirloom / Open Pollinated Pepper seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Soaking Pepper seeds for 2-8 hrs before planting helps speed germination. Plant ¼” deep in chosen containers. Germination will occur in 8-25 days at 75-90°F. Keep soil evenly moist (not soaked) for best germination. Harden off Golden California Wonder Pepper plants, then transplant to garden about 2-4 weeks after the last frost date. Plant in full sun, spacing about 12-18″ apart, in rows 24-30″ apart. Harvest can occur when Golden California Wonder Peppers are firm and full sized, but still green, or when mature and full color for the variety (mature peppers can deteriorate quickly so keep a careful eye at harvest time). The less green the Heirloom / Open Pollinated Pepper the sweeter the flavor. It is best to use a knife or pruning clippers when harvesting to avoid damage to plant.
FAQ:
How long does it take Golden California Wonder Sweet Peppers to mature?
Golden California Wonder Sweet Peppers mature in approximately 72 days.
What are the characteristics of Golden California Wonder Sweet Peppers?
These peppers have thick walls and transition from green to golden yellow to deep orange as they mature. The fruit is smooth and glossy, making it visually appealing.
How should Golden California Wonder Sweet Pepper seeds be planted?
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost, soaking them for 2-8 hours to improve germination. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep, and germination occurs in 8-25 days at 75-90°F. Transplant seedlings to the garden 2-4 weeks after the last frost, spacing plants 12-18 inches apart in rows 24-30 inches apart.
When should Golden California Wonder Sweet Peppers be harvested?
Harvest when the peppers are firm and full-sized but still green for a milder flavor, or wait until they mature to golden yellow or deep orange for maximum sweetness.
What is the best method for harvesting Golden California Wonder Sweet Peppers?
Use a knife or pruning clippers to harvest the peppers to prevent damage to the plant during harvesting.
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