Sweet/Mild Peppers
Aconcagua
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and fruity with a mild heat. These large, elongated peppers are ideal for roasting, grilling, or eating raw in salads.
Aji Cachucha aka Aji Dulce
Genus: Capsicum chinense
Days to Harvest: 90-100 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-1,000
Flavor Profile: Mild and sweet, with a rich, smoky flavor. Often used in Caribbean cuisine for adding flavor to stews and sauces without the intense heat.
Bell Pepper - Chocolate
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and rich, with a slightly earthy undertone. Great for fresh eating, stuffing, or adding color to stir-fries and salads.
Biquinho White
Genus: Capsicum chinense
Days to Harvest: 75-90 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 500-1,000
Flavor Profile: Sweet and mildly tangy with very little heat. The Biquinho White pepper has a unique look and flavor, making it great for pickling, garnishing dishes, or adding a touch of mild spice to salads and charcuterie boards.
Biquinho Yellow Pepper
Genus: Capsicum chinense
Days to Harvest: 75-90 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 500-1,000
Flavor Profile: Sweet and mildly tangy, with just a hint of heat. Ideal for pickling, garnishing, or adding to salads for a pop of color and flavor.
Candy Cane Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 60-65 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and crisp, with a unique striped appearance. Excellent for snacking, salads, or adding visual appeal to dishes.
Cayenne Sweet
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and mild, with the shape and appearance of a typical cayenne pepper but without the intense heat. Perfect for stir-fries, fresh salads, or roasting.
Corbaci Sweet Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 60-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and mild with a slightly tangy undertone. Ideal for pickling, frying, or adding to salads.
Corno Di Toro - Red Sweet Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and robust, with a crisp texture. Best used for grilling, roasting, or stuffing.
Criolla de Cocina
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 75-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and smoky, with a rich flavor that intensifies when roasted. Excellent for cooking or making sauces.
Cubanelle Sweet Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 65-75 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 100-1,000
Flavor Profile: Mild and slightly sweet, with a crisp texture. Popular for frying, stuffing, or using in salads.
Escamillo Sweet Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and flavorful, with a vibrant golden color. Great for roasting, grilling, or adding to fresh dishes.
Flaming Flare (Fresno)
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 75-85 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 2,500-5,000
Flavor Profile: Sweet with a mild to medium heat, similar to a jalapeño but with a more complex, fruity flavor. Great for salsas, hot sauces, and grilling.
Gatherer's Gold Sweet Italian
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and fruity, with a rich flavor perfect for Italian dishes. Ideal for sautéing, roasting, or using in pasta sauces.
Calwonder - Golden
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-75 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Crisp and sweet, with a mild, pleasant flavor. Great for salads, stir-fries, or stuffing.
Guajillo Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 85-90 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 2,500-5,000
Flavor Profile: Rich and slightly smoky, with berry-like undertones and a mild heat. Used primarily dried in Mexican cuisine for making sauces, salsas, and mole.
Gypsy Sweet Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 60–70 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0–500 SHU
Flavor Profile: This pepper has a mild, sweet flavor with a slightly tangy undertone. Its thin walls and juicy, crisp texture make it ideal for salads, frying, stuffing, and grilling. The flavor develops a richer sweetness when cooked.
Himo Togarashi Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 1,000-5,000
Flavor Profile: Mild heat with a hint of sweetness. Commonly used in Japanese cuisine for tempura or stir-fries
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Jimmy Nardello Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-100
Flavor Profile: Sweet and fruity, with a rich flavor that's excellent when fried. Perfect for sautéing, grilling, or adding to pasta dishes.
Jolene's Rustic Italian Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 75–85 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0–500 SHU
Flavor Profile: This pepper has a sweet, rich flavor with subtle earthy undertones. It is perfect for roasting, grilling, or eating fresh in salads and antipasto. Its robust flavor and tender flesh make it ideal for Italian dishes such as stuffed peppers or sautéed pepper medleys.
Jupiter Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Mild and sweet, with a thick, juicy flesh. Ideal for fresh eating, stuffing, or using in cooked dishes.
Kashmiri Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 90-100 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 1,000-2,000
Flavor Profile: Mild heat with a vibrant red color and a rich, slightly smoky flavor. Often used to add color and mild heat to curries and stews.
Marconi Golden Yellow
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and mild, with a fruity undertone. Great for roasting, grilling, or eating fresh.
Marconi Purple Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and mild, with a rich, slightly earthy flavor. Best for fresh eating, roasting, or adding to colorful dishes.
Bell Pepper - Orange Sun
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and juicy, with a bright, citrus-like flavor. Perfect for eating raw, grilling, or using in salsas.
Pablo Ancho Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 75-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 1,000-2,000
Flavor Profile: Mildly spicy with a sweet, earthy flavor. Popular for roasting, stuffing, or using dried to make ancho powder for seasoning dishes.
Paradicsom Alaku Sarga Szentes
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and juicy, with a bright yellow color. Perfect for salads, stuffing, or roasting.
Peachadew
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 75-85 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 100-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet with a hint of heat. Often used for pickling or adding a unique flavor to salsas and salads.
Peppapeach Stripey ML
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and fruity, with a striking striped appearance. Great for fresh eating, roasting, or as a garnish.
Pippins Golden Honey Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 80-90 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and honey-like, with a rich flavor that's perfect for fresh eating or pickling. Adds a unique sweetness to salsas and salads.
Shishito Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 60-70 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 100-1,000
Flavor Profile: Mild and slightly smoky, with a chance of occasional heat. Best enjoyed blistered and served with a sprinkle of sea salt or used in tempura.
Sweet Banana Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 60-75 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and tangy, with a crisp texture. Great for pickling, adding to sandwiches, or using in salads.
Sweet Tangerine Dream
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 65–75 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0–500 SHU
Flavor Profile: This pepper offers a sweet, citrus-like flavor with no to very mild heat. Its crisp, juicy texture and tangy, fruity taste make it perfect for fresh eating, salads, stuffing, and as a colorful garnish.
Hungarian Sweet Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-80 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0-500
Flavor Profile: Sweet and slightly tangy, with a crisp texture. Used in salads, pickling, or Hungarian dishes like lecsó.
Tequila Sunrise Sweet Pepper
Genus: Capsicum annuum
Days to Harvest: 70-75 days
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0
Flavor Profile: Sweet and fruity, with a vibrant orange color. Ideal for fresh eating, sautéing, or adding to colorful dishes.