Pimento Sweet Pepper Seeds, NON-GMO, Heirloom, Variety Sizes

8-12 hours of Sun
Sprouts in 7-10 Days
Ideal Temperature: 70-95 Degrees F
Seed Depth: 1/4”
Plant Spacing: 14-18”
Frost Hardy: No
Capsicum annuum
Growing Tips: Start indoors in bright light 8-12 weeks before last frost date. Heat mat helps to warm soil and speed germination. Peppers often appreciate a bit of afternoon shade during the hottest summer weather.

This sweet pepper, Pimento, is an excellent variety for the home vegetable garden! Abundant yields of heart-shaped fruits turn from green to red when mature and are great for pickling. This variety is suitable for growing in containers and has average water needs.
Pimento is simply the English version of the Spanish word meaning pepper. According to records, grocers and canners applied this word to the sweet, red Spanish pepper that became very popular after being introduced from their native country. Pimento peppers have a slightly spicy sweetness and aromatic flavor.