{"product_id":"pepper-seeds-sweet-rainbow-bell-blend-organic","title":"Pepper Seeds - Sweet - Rainbow Bell Blend (Organic)","description":"\u003cp\u003e60-69 Days to maturity (from transplant). \u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e. Organic Rainbow Bell Blend Pepper Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, high-yielding, drought-tolerant, sweet pepper with no heat levels. 0 Scoville Heat Units. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. Who would not want a collection of green, red, yellow, orange, and purple sweet bell peppers in their gardens? You can see the same mixture displayed at farmers' markets and in produce departments. One of our best-selling custom pepper blends. About 4,330 seeds\/ounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/the-vegetable-growing-guide-from-true-leaf-market\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDownload Free Vegetable Growing Guide PDF\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13. Technically a tender perennial, but commonly grown as an annual. Perennial in zones 10 and 11.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-69 (from transplant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.25 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePepper Pollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peppers have perfect flowers (male and female parts) and will self-pollinate. However, wind and pollinator activity may increase fertilization and fruit production success rates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePepper Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScoville Heat Units:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet - Peppers with no heat. 0-99 on the Scoville Scale. Example: Bell Peppers. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very Early - Ready for harvest around 45 to 60 days from transplant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer (70-85 F). During periods of high heat, foliar and floral development slow or pauses until temperatures return to the preferred range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80-90 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Bell Blend Pepper Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, Orange, Yellow\/White, Green, Purple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRainbow Bell Blend Pepper Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet and Buttery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePepper Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stuffing, Roasting, and many other dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Organic Rainbow Bell Blend Peppers in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStarting pepper seeds is straightforward but requires some planning. Approximately two months before the last spring frost in your area, begin your seeds indoors using grow lights, heating pads, and growing cells or trays. Fill the trays with a well-drained seed-starting medium, such as coconut coir, and water them thoroughly. Plant the seeds about a quarter of an inch deep into the medium and cover them. Mist the seeds to keep them in place and ensure they are sufficiently saturated. Maintain consistent moisture levels for the seeds. Using a humidity dome can help minimize water loss and maintain an environment ideal for germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the seedlings start to emerge from the soil, they need 8-14 hours of light daily to thrive. Without adequate light, the seedlings will become leggy and weak, hindering their growth into healthy plants. While a sunny windowsill might provide enough light, most growers find that supplemental lighting is the most effective solution. Heat mats are also beneficial, keeping the seed-starting medium at a warm 70-80°F, which is crucial for proper germination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsistently care for the pepper seedlings by providing sufficient light, moisture, and ventilation. After the true leaves appear, lightly fertilize with a balanced feed to support healthy growth. As the threat of frost diminishes in your area, begin hardening off by gradually exposing the seedlings to outdoor conditions. Start by placing them outside for a few hours each day, gradually increasing their time outdoors to acclimate them to temperature fluctuations, light intensity, and wind. Bring the seedlings indoors if temperatures drop below 55 F to protect them from cold stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce the danger of frost has passed and the seedlings are fully hardened off, transplant them into your garden. Prepare the garden bed by adding compost and any other necessary soil amendments. Space the plants 18-24 inches apart to ensure proper air circulation and prevent disease. Continue to care for your pepper plants throughout the growing season by providing deep, regular watering, monitoring for pests and diseases, and keeping the area weed-free. Mulching around the base of the plants can help retain moisture and reduce weed growth, promoting healthy, vigorous pepper plants. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Rainbow Bell Blend Peppers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest them when fully colored and shiny by snipping or slicing the fruit from the plant, leaving about a half inch of stem attached. Prompt harvesting often led to a greater overall yield. Storing them in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator can make them last longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Organic Rainbow Bell Blend Pepper Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Rainbow Bell Blend features a mix of seeds of plants that will produce yellow, orange, red, green, and purple bell peppers, respectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing one of our best-selling custom pepper blends, it is a tried and true customer favorite that you can often spot being grown in all sorts of settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese peppers are drought-tolerant and have been grown successfully in garden beds, raised beds, greenhouses, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants can grow up to 3 feet tall, but usually land somewhere between 2 and 3 feet. Tomato cages can prevent breakage and fruit loss if a plant is particularly heavy-yielding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of these peppers are sweet, thick-walled, and robust. They hold up well when stuffed, put in soups, and any other culinary application!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTips From Our Gardeners\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"I love suggesting this mix to those who grow peppers for the purpose of making fajitas. Imagine a colorful batch of chicken or beef fajitas with all these different colors! My mouth is watering just thinking about it!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 20.7517%;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" height=\"89\" width=\"89\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/Lara-Wadsworth.jpg?v=1656702669\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 75.2483%;\"\u003e \u003cem\u003e- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"custom-videos\" class=\"custom-video-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FM-hwE7TYQk?si=yo5y9GC3nHd1UCso\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AeSqa0w4VZo?si=Os_CAmkjhnGXE6O1\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/scoville-heat-scale\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScoville Heat Scale\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eOrganic Rainbow Bell Blend Pepper Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300 mg Packet - Approximately 45 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e.25 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 1,080 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 4,300 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 17,300 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 69,000 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrganic Non-GMO Rainbow Bell Blend Pepper seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n","brand":"Sustainable Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"300mg Packet","offer_id":45146187071603,"sku":"83810","price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"0.25 oz","offer_id":45146187104371,"sku":"83811","price":10.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 oz","offer_id":45146187137139,"sku":"83812","price":24.65,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"4 oz","offer_id":45146187169907,"sku":"83813","price":72.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 lb","offer_id":45146187202675,"sku":"64709","price":230.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2016\/2681\/files\/1782834148_pepper_sweet_rainbow_bell_blend_organic_comp_ee0dddba-734e-45aa-b4d5-2839b3a2a28f.jpg?v=1782925508","url":"https:\/\/store.trueleafmarket.com\/products\/pepper-seeds-sweet-rainbow-bell-blend-organic","provider":"True Leaf Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}