Red bell pepper seeds

Grow your own sweet, vibrant red bell peppers right from seed — Florida-grown, naturally rich, and endlessly versatile in the kitchen. Our Red Bell Pepper Seeds (20 count) are selected for strong germination and bold flavor, giving you a rewarding harvest whether you're a first-time gardener or a seasoned grower.

Red bell peppers start out green and slowly ripen to a deep, jewel-toned red — sweeter and more nutritious than their unripe counterparts. Enjoy them raw in salads, roasted, stuffed, sautéed, or blended into sauces. They're a kitchen staple for good reason.

🥗 Nutritional Highlights

• Exceptionally high in Vitamin C — one red bell pepper delivers over 150% of your daily recommended intake
• Rich in Vitamin A, B6, and folate
• Loaded with antioxidants including lycopene and beta-carotene
• Low calorie, high fiber, and naturally anti-inflammatory

🌱 Growing Tips

• Start Indoors: Sow seeds 6–8 weeks before your last frost date for a head start.
• Germination: Sprouts in 7–14 days at 75–85°F — use a heat mat for best results.
• Transplanting: Move outdoors once seedlings are 4–6 inches tall and frost risk has passed.
• Spacing: Plant 18–24 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart.
• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with consistent moisture and full sun (6–8 hrs/day).
• Fertilizing: Feed with a balanced fertilizer at transplant, then switch to a low-nitrogen formula once flowering begins.

🍅 Harvest & Yield

• Days to maturity: Approximately 70–85 days from transplant to red-ripe harvest
• Yield: Each plant typically produces 4–6 large peppers per season
• Harvest tip: Pick when fully red for maximum sweetness and nutrition — use scissors or pruning shears to avoid damaging the plant

🌿 Florida-Friendly Note

Red bell peppers thrive in Florida's long warm season. Plant in spring (February–March) or late summer/early fall (August–September) for two productive growing windows. In South Florida, a winter crop is also possible. Provide afternoon shade during peak summer heat to extend the harvest.

🌸 Companion Planting

Plant with: Basil, marigolds, onions, spinach, and carrots — these neighbors deter pests and support healthy growth.

Avoid: Fennel and beans, which can inhibit pepper growth.

Each pack contains 20 seeds — enough to start a generous crop and share with fellow gardeners. Grown and curated with Florida's climate in mind, these seeds are part of our commitment to bringing you the best of what's growing on Florida.