Paprika Pepper

Growth habit

Herbaceous

Perennation

Short-lived perennial

Biocultural value

This paprika has a sweet flavor with a touch of heat. Round, fleshy fruits are fully ripe when red.

Location

Robison Herb Garden

Source of plant

Pinetree Garden Seeds

Description

Paprika pepper that is squat with many lobes, similar in size and shape to a medium sized tomato. The perfect pepper to dry to produce the popular spice but it is also fine eaten fresh, and yields are very abundant. Skin color changes from cream to a bright pumpkin orange and eventually red.

USDA Hardiness Zone

10

Special characteristics

food