Sweet Pepper Seeds - Red Cherry Sweet

The Red Cherry Sweet Pepper is a vibrant, bite-sized pepper that brings sweetness and a burst of color to your garden and kitchen. This compact pepper variety is perfect for those who love small, sweet peppers with a crisp, juicy texture. The Red Cherry Sweet Pepper is ideal for fresh snacking, salads, or garnishing dishes. With its attractive, round shape and rich red color, it adds both flavor and beauty to any garden or culinary creation.

Key Benefits

• Sweet Flavor: Offers a mild, sweet taste with a crisp texture, perfect for those who prefer non-spicy peppers.
• Compact Size: The small, round shape makes it ideal for snacking, salads, or using as a garnish.
• Vibrant Color: Bright red peppers add a pop of color to your garden or plate.
• High Yield: Produces a bountiful harvest, making it an excellent choice for home gardeners and small spaces.
• Versatile Use: Great for fresh eating, grilling, roasting, or adding to a variety of dishes.

Variety Features

• Plant Characteristics: Bushy, compact plants that typically grow to about 18–24 inches tall, perfect for containers or small garden spaces.
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, juicy flavor without any heat, making it suitable for all ages and taste preferences.
• Growth Habit: Red Cherry Sweet Peppers grow on small, sturdy plants and produce an abundance of small, round peppers.
• Size: Each pepper grows to about 1–2 inches in diameter, with a round, cherry-like shape.

Planting Instructions

Planting Season

• Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last expected frost, or sow directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed.
• This variety thrives in warm conditions, so plant after the soil has warmed up.

Planting Details

• Seed Depth: Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep.
• Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart.
• Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained, fertile, loamy soil with a slightly acidic pH (6.0–6.8).
• Sunlight: Full sun is ideal for these peppers, ensuring they get at least 6–8 hours of sunlight per day.

Care Instructions

Watering

• Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering, as peppers do not like waterlogged soil.
• Water deeply during dry spells, especially once fruit begins to form, to promote a healthy crop.

Fertilization

• Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) at planting and again when the plants are about 6 inches tall to support steady growth and fruit production.
• Avoid over-fertilizing with nitrogen, as it can lead to excessive leafy growth with fewer peppers.

Weeding and Mulching

• Regularly remove weeds to prevent competition for nutrients and water.
• Use mulch to help retain moisture and suppress weeds, especially in the warmer months.

Pest and Disease Control

• Pests: Keep an eye out for aphids, spider mites, and whiteflies. If necessary, use organic insecticides such as neem oil.
• Diseases: Red Cherry Sweet Peppers can be affected by fungal diseases like blight. Ensure good air circulation around the plants and practice crop rotation to reduce disease risks.

Harvesting

Maturity

• These peppers are typically ready to harvest in 60–70 days from transplanting.
• Harvest when the peppers have turned a bright red color and are firm to the touch.

Method

• Use scissors or pruning shears to carefully cut the peppers from the plant, leaving a small portion of the stem attached.

Storage

• Short-Term: Store fresh peppers in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
• Long-Term: Red Cherry Sweet Peppers can be preserved by freezing, drying, or pickling. To freeze, chop and blanch the peppers before placing them in an airtight container or freezer bag.

Culinary Uses

• Fresh Snacking: Enjoy them raw as a sweet and crunchy snack.
• Salads: Add chopped peppers to salads for a sweet and colorful addition.
• Garnishes: Use the bright red peppers to garnish plates, adding both flavor and visual appeal.
• Grilled or Roasted: Grill or roast these peppers for a smoky-sweet flavor.
• Stuffed Peppers: Their small size makes them ideal for stuffing with a variety of fillings.

Conclusion

The Red Cherry Sweet Pepper is a versatile, compact pepper that is perfect for gardeners with limited space or those looking for a sweet, colorful addition to their garden. Its high yield, sweet flavor, and attractive appearance make it a must-grow for anyone who enjoys fresh peppers. Whether eaten raw, roasted, or used as a garnish, the Red Cherry Sweet Pepper is sure to enhance any dish with its vibrant flavor and color.