Sweet pepper 'Purple Beauty'
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Dark purple bell peppers, sweet, crunchy and very decorative
Sweet pepper “Purple Beauty” ( Capsicum annuum ), offered by OSC Seeds
“Purple Beauty” is a spectacular sweet pepper that produces thick , crisp , square fruits that change from dark green to deep purple , then to red when ripe. Their flavor remains mild and pleasant throughout, and their unique color makes them a popular choice for salads, edible gardens, and market baskets. The compact, productive, and robust plants provide a continuous harvest throughout the summer.
Type: Sweet pepper (0 SHU – no heat)
Propagation: Indoor sowing
Plant height: 50–60 cm
Package size: _ (you can tell me if you want a specific quantity)
Harvest time: 70–80 days
Frost tolerance: Killed by frost
Companion plants: Basil, green onions, tomatoes
Incompatible plants: Fennel
Heritage: Openly pollinated
Planting and maintenance:
Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost, at 21–24°C . Transplant outdoors in full sun into warm, fertile, well-drained soil, spacing plants 30–40 cm apart. Water regularly to keep the flesh tender and juicy. Harvest when purple for a spectacular color or allow to ripen to red for a sweeter flavor.
