Green Bell Pepper
Capsicum annuum
Family: Solanaceae
Green bell peppers are unripe bell peppers harvested before they turn their final color. They have a slightly bitter, grassy flavor compared to ripe colored peppers but are crunchier and hold up better in cooking. They're the most affordable bell pepper variety.
Days to Harvest
55-70 days
Sun Needs
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
moderate
Germination Temp
80°F optimal
Start Indoors
10 weeks before last frost
Germination
7-14 days
Seed Depth
1/4 inch
Light to Germinate
No
💡 Tip: Use a heat mat to maintain 80-85°F. Green peppers can be harvested earlier than colored varieties.
Soil Type
Rich, well-draining soil with good fertility
pH Range
6 - 6.8
Spacing
18-24 inches between plants, 24-36 inches between rows
⚠️ Avoid planting near:
History
Bell peppers originated in Central and South America. Green bells are simply unripe versions of any bell pepper variety. They became popular commercially because they could be harvested earlier, increasing yields.
Nutritional Benefits
- ✓High in Vitamin C (though less than red)
- ✓Good source of Vitamin A
- ✓Contains Vitamin K
