Corno Di Toro Red Pepper Seeds

Corno Di Toro Red Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a prized Italian heirloom whose name means "Horn of the Bull," a fitting description for its long, gracefully curved fruits. The thick-walled peppers mature from glossy green to brilliant red and are renowned for their exceptional sweetness, crisp texture, and outstanding flavor. Vigorous plants produce abundant harvests, making this one of the finest peppers for fresh eating and authentic Italian cooking.

Why Grow Corno Di Toro Red?
Authentic Italian heirloom. Produces long, thick-walled horn-shaped peppers with exceptional sweetness. Heavy producer throughout the season. Excellent for roasting, grilling, frying, fresh eating, and Italian cuisine. Easy to grow and highly dependable.

Flavor, Heat & Culinary Uses
Heat Level: Sweet (0 SHU)
Wonderfully sweet, crisp, and juicy with absolutely no heat. Outstanding for roasting, grilling, frying, salads, sandwiches, antipasto, pasta dishes, and fresh garden snacks. Fully ripe red fruits develop an even richer, sweeter flavor that shines in Mediterranean recipes.

Growing Information
Easy to grow in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun. Keep plants evenly watered for the highest quality fruit and support plants if heavily loaded with peppers. Harvest green for a mild flavor or allow fruits to mature to brilliant red for maximum sweetness.

Seedman Notes
Corno Di Toro Red has long been a favorite in Italian gardens for its outstanding flavor and versatility. The long, elegant fruits roast beautifully, peel easily, and are among the sweetest peppers you'll ever grow. It's an excellent choice for gardeners who appreciate authentic heirloom varieties.

Quick Facts: Capsicum annuum • 75–80 Days • Sweet (0 SHU) • 24–36" Plants • 8–10" Horn-Shaped Fruits • Green to Brilliant Red • Best for Roasting, Frying & Italian Cooking