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Golden California Wonder Sweet Bell Pepper Seed Growth Habits:
Golden California Wonder pepper growing can be done in rows, raised beds, or containers thanks to the relatively compact growth habit that doesn't require staking. Start Golden California Wonder pepper seeds 8 to 10 weeks before you intend to transplant the seedlings. Once the seedlings are hardened off, plant them in well-draining, loamy soil that's slightly acidic to neutral.
Peppers are heat-loving plants and do not tolerate frost, so it may be smart to transplant your Golden Cal Wonder pepper seedlings into the garden at least 2 weeks after your last frost date.
Give your Golden Cal Wonder pepper plants plenty of sun, and keep the soil consistently moist for the best harvests.
Various Uses for Golden California Wonder Sweet Bell Peppers:
Golden California Wonder bell peppers are one of the best-known heirloom golden pepper varieties. The sweet taste of bell peppers lends itself to fresh eating as well as cooking. Golden peppers are delicious when chopped up for use in green salads, sauteed for topping sausage, or added to pizza.
Golden California Wonder Sweet Bell Pepper Benefits:
Golden California Wonder sweet peppers are packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Sweet bell peppers are also a good low-calorie source of fiber.
Additional Information:
Pepper plants are originally from the tropical regions of South America, Central America, and North America, and they can be grown as perennial plants in similar regions that do not receive any frost.
While hot peppers have a long history, sweet bell peppers were only introduced to the world thanks to selective breeding in 1920, and the Golden California Wonder was introduced in 1928.
Seeds Per Package:
- 300 mg - Approximately 42 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 4,000 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 16,000 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 64,000 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 320,000 Seeds
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Basic Info
Latin Name: |
Capsicum annuum
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Pepper Type: |
Sweet - These peppers (think Bell Peppers) are almost all at 0 on the Scoville Scale, meaning that they have no heat at all. A handful of sweet peppers do register very low on the Scoville scale but are still classed as sweet peppers. For example, Pepperoncinis are sweet peppers but usually rank around 100 to 500 on the Scoville Scale. |
Golden Cal Wonder Pepper Color: |
Yellow |
Golden Cal Wonder Pepper Flavor: |
Very Sweet |
Growing Info
Hardiness Zone: |
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 Technically a tender perennial, but commonly grown as an annual. Perennial in zones 10 and 11. |
Days to Maturity: |
72 (from transplant) |
Days to Germination: |
7-10 |
Seeding Depth: |
0.25 inch |
Plant Spacing: |
12-18 inches |
Row Spacing: |
24-36 inches |
Plant Height: |
18-24 inches |
Growth Habit: |
Upright |
Soil Preference: |
Well-draining, loose (sandy loam), slightly acidic (6.5 pH), and moisture retaining. Too much nitrogen in the soil may lead to more foliage production and less fruiting, similar to tomatoes. Peppers also need sufficient amounts of phosphorus and calcium. We recommend using a balanced fertilizer for the best results. |
Temperature Preference: |
Warmer (70-85 F). During high heat, foliar and flower development slow or pause until temperatures return to the preferred range. |
Light Preference: |
Full Sun |
Other
Direct Sow: |
No |
Start Indoors: |
Yes. Start Indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost date. Harden off and transplant when seedlings are 6-8 inches tall. Bury the stem slightly deeper than the root ball. Avoid planting hot and sweet peppers right next to each other, as they can cross-pollinate, potentially affecting the flavors of your harvested peppers. |
Pepper Pollination: |
Peppers have perfect flowers (male and female parts) and will self-pollinate. However, wind and pollinator activity may increase success rates of fertilization and fruit production. |
Plant Width: |
12-18 inches |
Deer Resistant: |
No |
Scoville Heat Units: |
0 |
Heat Level: |
Sweet - Peppers with no heat. 0-99 on the Scoville Scale. |
Growth Speed: |
Early - Ready for harvest around 61 to 75 days from transplant. |
Germination Temperature: |
80-90 F |
Pests and Diseases: |
Resistant to disorders. Peppers are commonly susceptible to cutworms, aphids, flea beetles, bacterial spot, Phytophthora, sunscald, and blossom end rot. To avoid or reduce problems with pests and diseases, stick to a regular watering schedule (drip irrigation is preferred), plant into well-draining soils, and utilize practices such as crop rotation. When taking pest control measures, consider utilizing integrated pest management principles by using mechanical removal, biological control, and other cultural practices before turning to chemical agents. |
Garden Size: |
Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container |
Pepper Use: |
Salads, sauteed, topping on pizza |
Climate Tolerance: |
Drought Tolerant |