Sweet Pepper Plant

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£8.95
Edible
Sweet Pepper

Sweet Pepper Plants are a vibrant and flavorful addition to any garden, perfect for adding a burst of color and taste to your home-grown produce. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a compact balcony, these pepper plants thrive in the UK climate, making gardening enjoyable for both beginners and seasoned enthusiasts.

Key Features

  • Vibrant Varieties: Available in a range of colors from red to yellow and orange.
  • UK Suitable: Adapted to grow well in the UK’s diverse climate conditions.
  • Easy Maintenance: Simple to cultivate with minimal care required.
  • Versatile Size: Ideal for both small gardens and larger outdoor spaces.
  • Beginner Friendly: Perfect for those new to gardening as well as experienced growers.

Plant Care

  • Sunlight: Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth.
  • Watering: Maintain regular watering, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged.
  • Fertilization: Apply a high-potash fertilizer once fruits begin to set for better yield.
  • Support: Use stakes or cages to support the plants as they mature and bear heavy fruits.
  • Pest Control: Keep an eye out for common pests like aphids and manage them promptly to ensure healthy plants.

Benefits and Uses

Sweet peppers are incredibly versatile in the kitchen. Use them fresh in salads, salsas, or stir-fries, or try roasting them to enhance their natural sweetness. Beyond their culinary uses, sweet peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, contributing to a healthy and balanced diet.

Nutritional Information

  • Vitamin C: Boosts the immune system and promotes healthy skin.
  • Vitamin A: Supports eye health and immune function.
  • Vitamin B-6: Essential for brain development and function.
  • Antioxidants: Help protect the body against free radicals and reduce inflammation.

Enhance your garden with our reliable Sweet Pepper Plants and enjoy a bountiful harvest of delicious and colorful peppers. Buy Sweet Peppers today and experience the joy of growing your own fresh produce with AcquaGarden’s high-quality plants and fast, secure delivery.

Details

Sweet pepper plants are a popular choice for home gardeners, producing vibrant, crisp fruits with a sweet and mild flavour. These versatile plants thrive in full sun with well-drained soil and can be grown in garden beds, raised beds, or containers. Sweet peppers are perfect for adding colour and crunch to salads, stir-fries, or grilled dishes. With regular care, sweet pepper plants will provide a continuous harvest throughout the summer.

  • Produces crisp, sweet peppers perfect for salads, grilling, or stir-fries
  • Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil
  • Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers
  • Provides a continuous harvest throughout the summer

What's Included

Pots: Get large, ready-to-plant pepper plants in 9cm pots. These plants are pre-grown and ready to be planted directly into your greenhouse or containers. Pre-fed and watered for healthier plants from the start.

Plugs: Receive healthy, young plug plants with strong roots. Perfect for planting directly in your greenhouse or containers, these plugs will give you a head start on the growing season.

Delivery & Guarantee

Fast & Secure Delivery: We ship orders the same or next day, ensuring fast delivery via tracked Royal Mail or Parcel Force for larger items.

Shipping is FREE on all orders £60+

Bespoke & Secure Packaging: Our plants travel in custom packaging we've perfected over the years, arriving in excellent condition, thoroughly inspected, trimmed, and prepped.

100% Happiness Guarantee: Not happy with your purchase? We offer a full refund or replacement, even if you just change your mind, along with easy returns and prepaid postage.

Care Information

Sunlight Full Sun
Position Sheltered
Soil Well drained
Planting Time Spring
Moisture Moderate
Hardiness Semi-hardy
Growth Rate Medium
Spacing 45cm
Height and Spread 50-100cm x 10-50cm
Annual or Perennial Annual

What You Need To Know About “Sweet Pepper Plant”

Plant Information
How To Plant
Plant Care

Sweet pepper plants are highly valued for their crisp, sweet fruits that add flavour and colour to a wide variety of dishes. These easy-to-grow plants thrive in sunny, well-drained locations and can be grown in garden beds, raised beds, or containers. Sweet peppers are perfect for fresh eating, grilling, or cooking in stir-fries, making them a versatile and delicious crop for home gardeners. With proper care, sweet pepper plants will yield a continuous harvest of vibrant fruits throughout the growing season.

  • Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
  • Produces crisp, sweet peppers perfect for cooking or fresh eating
  • Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers
  • Provides a bountiful harvest throughout the growing season

Sweet pepper plants are highly valued for their crisp, sweet fruits that add flavour and colour to a wide variety of dishes. These easy-to-grow plants thrive in sunny, well-drained locations and can be grown in garden beds, raised beds, or containers. Sweet peppers are perfect for fresh eating, grilling, or cooking in stir-fries, making them a versatile and delicious crop for home gardeners. With proper care, sweet pepper plants will yield a continuous harvest of vibrant fruits throughout the growing season.

  • Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil
  • Produces crisp, sweet peppers perfect for cooking or fresh eating
  • Ideal for growing in garden beds, raised beds, or containers
  • Provides a bountiful harvest throughout the growing season
Planting Time: Spring to Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun
Where to Plant: Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location: Greenhouse - Patio - Garden
Planting Time: Spring to Summer
Sunlight & Positioning: Full Sun
Where to Plant: Greenhouses - Polytunnels - Containers
Growing Location: Greenhouse - Patio - Garden

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for sweet pepper plants?

Sweet pepper plants thrive in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. Consistent watering and warm temperatures are essential for healthy growth.

When should I harvest sweet peppers?

Harvest sweet peppers when they reach full size and colour, typically 60-90 days after planting. Cut peppers from the plant rather than pulling.

How do I care for sweet pepper plants?

Water regularly, especially during dry spells. Fertilise every few weeks, and provide support if the plants become heavy with fruit.

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