Add a touch of color and flavor to your garden with Chilli Bishops Crown Seeds, an heirloom pepper variety known for its distinct bell-like shape and mild, fruity heat. Perfect for gardeners seeking a unique pepper variety, Bishops Crown thrives in warm conditions and produces abundant, ornamental fruits that add both taste and visual appeal to your harvest.

Features:

• Variety: Chilli Bishops Crown (Capsicum baccatum)
• Pepper Type: Mild to medium heat (5,000–15,000 Scoville units)
• Fruit Shape: Three-sided “bishop’s hat” with flared edges
• Flavor Profile: Sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy plants ideal for containers or garden beds
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Suitable for: Outdoor gardens, patios, and greenhouse growing

Specifications:

• Seed Type: Non-GMO, open-pollinated heirloom seeds
• Planting Season: Spring to early summer after last frost
• Zones: USDA Zones 4–11
• Planting Depth: ¼ inch (6 mm)
• Spacing: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm) between plants
• Germination Time: 10–20 days
• Days to Maturity: 90–120 days from transplant
• Temperature: Thrives at 70–85°F (21–29°C)
• Watering: Moderate, keep soil moist but not waterlogged
• Soil: Well-draining, rich organic soil
• Indoor/Outdoor: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost, transplant outdoors when warm

Planting Guide:

• Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the final frost date.
• Use seed trays or small pots filled with well-draining seed-starting mix.
• Keep soil warm (70–85°F) and moist until germination.
• Transplant seedlings outdoors in full sun once temperatures remain above 60°F.
• Harvest when peppers turn bright red and develop their full shape.