Sweet pepper bell mix

70 seeds

Sweet Bell Pepper produces large, thick-walled, crisp fruits that mature in colors such as green, red, yellow, orange, purple, or chocolate, depending on the variety. It is ideal for fresh salads, stuffing, grilling, roasting, stir-fries, and cooking. In the Gulf region, it grows best during the cooler months.

Best Planting Time

• August to November (recommended)
• January to February (spring crop in mild Gulf areas)
• Avoid planting during the hottest summer months.

Seed Preparation

• Optional: Soak seeds in lukewarm water for 6–8 hours before sowing to improve germination.
• Use fresh, high-quality seeds.
• No cold stratification is required.

Soil Preparation

Bell peppers prefer fertile, loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter.

Recommended mix:

• 40% Sandy garden soil
• 30% Well-rotted compost
• 20% Coco peat
• 10% Perlite

Ideal soil pH:

• 6.0–6.8

Sowing Method

• Sow seeds in seed trays or small pots.
• Plant seeds 0.5–1 cm deep.
• Keep the soil evenly moist.
• Transplant seedlings when they have 4–6 true leaves (about 5–7 weeks old).

Temperature & Light

• Ideal germination temperature: 24–30°C
• Ideal growing temperature: 20–30°C
• Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• In warmer Gulf regions, provide light afternoon shade during late spring.

Watering

• Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
• Water deeply whenever the top 2–3 cm of soil becomes dry.
• Water at the base of the plant.
• Avoid irregular watering to reduce blossom-end rot and fruit cracking.

Germination Time

• 7–14 days

Plant Spacing

• 40–50 cm between plants.
• 60–75 cm between rows.

Harvest

• Harvest 70–90 days after transplanting.
• Fruits may be harvested while green or allowed to ripen fully for sweeter flavor and richer color.
• Harvest regularly to encourage continued production.

Fertilization

• Mix compost into the soil before planting.
• Feed every 2–3 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
• During flowering and fruiting, use fertilizer higher in potassium and calcium.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which encourages leafy growth rather than fruit.

Gulf Climate Tips

• Grow during the cooler season.
• Water early in the morning.
• Apply mulch to conserve moisture and cool the root zone.
• Ensure good air circulation around plants.
• Monitor for aphids, whiteflies, spider mites, thrips, bacterial leaf spot, powdery mildew, and blossom-end rot.
• Sweet Bell Peppers perform well in containers, raised beds, greenhouses, balconies, patios, and home vegetable gardens throughout the Gulf.