Yellow Bell Pepper
Capsicum annuum
Family: Solanaceae
Yellow bell peppers are sweet, sunny-colored peppers with a fruity, almost citrusy flavor. They're sweeter than green peppers and have a slightly different flavor profile than red or orange. Perfect for adding color to dishes.
Days to Harvest
70-85 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 heat mat for germination. Yellow varieties need time to develop full color.
Soil Type
Rich, well-draining soil
pH Range
6 - 6.8
Spacing
18-24 inches between plants
⚠️ Avoid planting near:
History
Yellow bell peppers are specifically bred varieties that ripen to yellow rather than red. They became popular in the 1980s-90s as consumers sought more colorful produce options.
Nutritional Benefits
- ✓Very high in Vitamin C
- ✓Contains lutein and zeaxanthin (eye health)
- ✓Good source of Vitamin B6
