Sweet Banana Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Sweet Banana'): Mild and Flavorful Yellow Peppers for Your Garden
Cultivate the mild and flavorful yellow peppers of Sweet Banana Pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Sweet Banana') in your garden. Known for their banana-like shape, sweet taste, and versatility, this pepper variety is a popular choice for various culinary applications. Explore the characteristics and optimal growing conditions of Sweet Banana Pepper for a rewarding gardening experience and a harvest of delicious and uniquely shaped peppers.
Key Features:
- Mild and Sweet Flavor: Sweet Banana Peppers are celebrated for their mild and sweet flavor, making them perfect for fresh eating, pickling, and adding a burst of flavor to salads and sandwiches. Their sweetness makes them a versatile ingredient in various dishes.
- Banana-Like Shape: The peppers have a distinctive banana-like shape, tapering at the ends. This unique form adds visual interest to your garden and culinary creations, making them easily recognizable and appealing.
- Yellow Color: Sweet Banana Peppers mature to a bright yellow color, adding a vibrant touch to your garden and dishes. The cheerful yellow hue signifies their ripeness and readiness for harvest.
- Compact Growth: These pepper plants typically exhibit a compact and bushy growth habit, making them suitable for gardens with limited space. The plants produce a profusion of lush green foliage and numerous Sweet Banana Peppers.
- Mature Height: Mature plants of Sweet Banana Peppers typically reach a height of 18 to 24 inches, showcasing a dense canopy of green foliage and producing numerous elongated peppers.
Optimal Growing Conditions:
Cultivate mild and flavorful Sweet Banana Peppers using optimal growing conditions:
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Sweet Banana Peppers prefer soil with good drainage and a slightly acidic to neutral pH for optimal growth and fruit development.
- Sunlight: Full sun is ideal for Sweet Banana Peppers. Provide a location with direct sunlight exposure to promote healthy foliage growth and encourage the development of sweet and colorful peppers.
- Support: While compact, providing support for Sweet Banana Pepper plants, such as short stakes or a small cage, can help ensure the plants stay upright and the peppers are easily accessible.
- Watering: Maintain regular watering, especially during dry periods. Consistent moisture is crucial for Sweet Banana Peppers to produce plump and flavorful peppers.
- Spacing: Plant Sweet Banana Peppers with recommended spacing to allow for proper air circulation and support structures if necessary.
Experience the joy of growing and savoring the mild and flavorful yellow peppers of Sweet Banana Pepper in your garden. Order your seeds today and enjoy the delicious and uniquely shaped addition of Sweet Banana Peppers to your culinary repertoire.
Sweet Banana Pepper Planting Information
Days to Germination: | 10 |
Days to Maturity: | 65 |
Planting Depth: | 1/4" |
Plant Spacing: | 15-20" |
Row Spacing: | 18-30" |
Seeds per Oz. | Seeds per Lb. |
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4000 | 64000 |
Lot # | Germination Rate |
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P100011-1 | 85% |
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