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F1 hybrid pepper · Capsicum annuum
- Breeding
- F1 hybrid
- Growth habit
- -
- Days to maturity
- 50-65 days
- Fruit
- red
- Weight
- -
- Bred by
- -
Origin & history
A bell hybrid bred for cool short seasons, setting fruit reliably where standard bells drop blossoms. The usual recommendation for northern and coastal gardens.
Measurements
| Measurement | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Days to maturity | 50-65 days | Among the earliest bells; selected for fruit set at low night temperatures. |
| Scoville heat | 0 SHU |
Traits
Disease resistance
No documented disease resistance, typical of heirlooms and older open-pollinated varieties. See pepper diseases for the cultural playbook that fills the gap.
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Big Bertha
70-75 days
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Intruder
63-78 days
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King Arthur
68-72 days
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Red Knight
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Sources & References
Evidence: 1 source, all commercial catalogs. No independent reference documents this variety yet.
- Johnny's Selected Seeds catalog · Johnny's Selected Seeds, Seed Catalog