Sweet Banana Pepper
A reliable, high-yielding pepper with long, pale-yellow fruits and a crisp, mild flavor. Sweet Banana Peppers are completely heat-free and perfect for fresh eating, frying, and pickling. Plants produce abundantly all season and are easy to grow, making this a favorite for home gardeners.
Growing Instructions
Seed Count: .300 mg, approx. 50 seeds
Days to Maturity: 65–75 days
Heat Level: 0 SHU (Sweet)
Seed Starting:
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost. Sow ¼" deep. Germination in 7–14 days at 75–85°F.
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Well-draining, fertile soil; pH 6.0–6.8
Plant Spacing:
18–24 inches apart
Water:
Water regularly; keep soil evenly moist
Harvest:
Harvest at 6–8 inches when pale yellow, or allow to mature to orange or red for sweeter flavor