Sweet Pickle Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a classic heirloom pepper valued for its long, slender fruits, crisp texture, and mild, sweet flavor. The attractive peppers mature from light green to bright red and are especially popular for pickling, though they are also excellent fresh or lightly cooked. Vigorous, highly productive plants provide abundant harvests throughout the growing season, making this an ideal variety for home gardeners and preserving enthusiasts.
Why Grow Sweet Pickle?
Classic heirloom pickling pepper. Produces long, slender fruits with crisp texture. Mild, sweet flavor with very low heat. Heavy producer throughout the season. Excellent for pickling, salads, sandwiches, and fresh eating.
Flavor, Heat & Culinary Uses
Heat Level: Sweet (0–500 SHU)
Mild, crisp, and slightly sweet with very little heat. Outstanding for pickling whole, pepper rings, relishes, salads, sandwiches, pizza toppings, grilling, and fresh snacking. Fully ripe red peppers develop a sweeter, richer flavor profile.
Growing Information
Easy to grow in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun. Keep plants evenly watered and harvest regularly to encourage continuous production. Pick fruits while green for traditional pickling or allow them to mature to bright red for added sweetness and color.
Seedman Notes
Sweet Pickle is one of those dependable peppers that excels in the preserving kitchen. The plants produce heavily, and the uniform fruits make it easy to prepare jars of crisp, flavorful pickled peppers all season long. It’s a reliable choice for gardeners who enjoy canning and pickling.
Quick Facts: Capsicum annuum • 65–70 Days • Sweet (0–500 SHU) • 24–36" Plants • 4–6" Slender Fruits • Light Green to Bright Red • Best for Pickling, Relish & Fresh Use
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