Gypsy Pepper — Early Sweet Pepper

Description

Gypsy Pepper is an early sweet pepper with crisp, mild fruit. The peppers start pale yellow. They then turn orange and red as they ripen.

The compact plants fit well in garden beds and large pots. Fruit is sweet at each color stage. Red fruit has the richest sweet taste.

How to Grow Gypsy Pepper

Plant Gypsy Pepper in full sun after frost has passed. Use loose soil that drains well. If you grow in pots, these tips for growing vegetables in containers can help.

Keep the soil lightly moist, but not wet. A thin layer of mulch can help hold water. Give the plant a small stake if heavy fruit bends the stems.

Sweet Fruit for the Kitchen

Pick the peppers when they are pale yellow for a mild, crisp bite. Leave them on the plant longer for orange or red fruit. For another sweet choice, see our Orange Bell Pepper.

Use Gypsy peppers in salads, stir-fries, roasted dishes, and fresh snacks. They also work well for quick pickles. If you want more heat, compare them with our Jalapeño Pepper.

Simple Care

Harvest often as fruit reaches the color you like. Regular picking can help keep the plant productive. Protect the plant from frost and cold weather.