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Organic Italian 'Tolli's Sweet' red pepper

Name: Organic Italian 'Tolli's Sweet' red pepper
Brand: Biologiquement vôtre
SKU: BIOV-SEMENCES
Price: 4.49 CAD
Availability: InStock

Common name Organic Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper

Latin name Capsicum annuum

Quantity per packet About 25 seeds

Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper delivers exceptional sweetness, reliable productivity, and outstanding culinary versatility. It is an excellent choice for gardeners seeking premium-quality Italian peppers.

Product information

Product
identification

Common nameOrganic Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper

Latin nameCapsicum annuum

FamilySolanaceae

TypeVegetable

CycleAnnual

Quantity per packAbout 25 seeds

Code produitBIOVO-0116

Product
description

Organic Italian Red Pepper ‘Tolli’s Sweet’ (Capsicum annuum) is a productive, flavorful annual variety prized for its elongated, glossy fruits that mature to bright red. This Italian-type sweet pepper stands out for its tender, sweet, and highly versatile flesh, perfect for Mediterranean cooking and generous summer harvests. The plant reaches approximately 60 to 75 cm (24 to 30 in) in height and forms a vigorous, decorative, and useful addition to the vegetable garden. Its small white flowers are followed by an abundance of colorful fruits, excellent fresh in salads, grilled, roasted, sautéed, stuffed, or added to homemade sauces.

Organic Italian Red Pepper ‘Tolli’s Sweet’ should be sown indoors from February to April, about 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost in Canada. Seeds germinate best in warmth, between 24 and 30°C (75 to 86°F), in a light, fertile, well-drained growing mix. After hardening off, transplant seedlings into full sun once all risk of frost has passed, in organic-rich, slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soil. Water regularly to maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging. Organic mulch, mature compost, and balanced fertilization support abundant flowering and steady production.

In the garden, Organic Italian Red Pepper ‘Tolli’s Sweet’ belongs in family vegetable gardens, gourmet gardens, and large 15 to 25 L (4 to 7 gal) containers placed in full sun. It grows well alongside tomatoes, eggplants, carrots, onions, and peas, while avoiding proximity to beans and fennel whenever possible. Its small white flowers attract bees and other pollinators, encouraging strong fruit set and supporting vegetable garden biodiversity. Harvest fruits about 75 days after transplanting, once they turn bright red, then use them for grilling, stir-fries, salads, stuffing, antipasti, or homemade Italian recipes.

Sowing
guide

Sowing periodFebruary to April indoors; transplant after frosts

Best time

February to April for indoor sowing

Sowing depth0.5 to 1 cm (1/4 to 3/8 in.)

Germination temperature24 to 30 °C (75 to 86 °F)

Germination time7 to 14 days

Propagation

Propagated primarily from Capsicum annuum seeds started indoors under warm conditions. Stable temperatures and strong light produce vigorous, productive plants.

Growing
method

Start Capsicum annuum seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost in Canada. Maintain temperatures between 24 and 30°C (75 to 86°F) for rapid, uniform germination. Once seedlings emerge, provide strong light daily to produce compact, vigorous plants. Transplant into individual containers after several true leaves develop, then harden plants off for about one week before planting outdoors. Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Water regularly to maintain even soil moisture and apply organic mulch to conserve moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature. Feed with a balanced fertilizer throughout the season to encourage abundant flowering and continuous harvests of sweet Italian peppers until autumn.

Soil
and care

ExposureFull sun

Soil

Rich, fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. Healthy soil structure encourages vigorous root development and continuous fruit production throughout the growing season.

Soil pHSlightly acidic to neutral

Watering

Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture without waterlogging. Even irrigation promotes the development of thick, flavorful fruits and healthy plant growth.

Fertilization

Incorporate well-aged compost before planting to improve soil fertility and encourage vigorous growth. Apply a balanced fertilizer with adequate potassium throughout the growing season to maximize fruit quality and productivity.

Care levelEasy

Remove weeds regularly to reduce competition for water and nutrients. Apply organic mulch to retain soil moisture during warm weather. Water deeply whenever necessary without overwatering. Feed moderately during flowering and fruit production to encourage continuous harvests. Pick ripe fruits regularly to extend the harvest throughout the season.

Container
growing

Recommended pot size

15 to 25 L (4 to 7 gal)

Organic Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper grows exceptionally well in 15 to 25 L (4 to 7 gal) containers placed in a warm, sunny location. Container growing encourages excellent fruit ripening while making watering and fertilization easier to manage. Use a fertile, well-drained growing mix enriched with organic matter to support vigorous growth. Regular watering and balanced feeding produce abundant harvests of sweet Italian peppers throughout the season.

Bloom,
harvest
and garden

This Italian variety produces abundant sweet red peppers that are perfect for grilling, stuffing, roasting, and Mediterranean recipes. Its excellent productivity provides generous harvests throughout the season.

Garden use

Organic Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper is ideal for family vegetable gardens, gourmet gardens, edible landscapes, and large sunny containers. This productive Capsicum annuum plant produces abundant elongated red peppers that combine excellent ornamental appeal with outstanding culinary quality. It pairs beautifully with tomatoes and eggplants while attracting bees and beneficial pollinators that help support a healthy, productive vegetable garden.

Bloom period

Small white summer flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators. Healthy Capsicum annuum flowers promote abundant and continuous fruit production.

Flower colorWhite

Foliage colorGreen

Harvest

Harvest fruits about 75 days after transplanting once they become bright red and fully mature. They are delicious fresh, grilled, stuffed, roasted, or prepared in Mediterranean recipes.

Fruiting

Fruits mature from green to brilliant red. Their rich red color indicates peak sweetness, outstanding flavor, and ideal harvesting quality.

Wildlife appealBees and Pollinators

Size
and facts

Height24 to 30 inches (60 to 75 cm)

Spread40 cm (16 in)

Growth rateFast

Minimum temperature10°C (50°F)

Foliage typeDeciduous

Papillonstrue

Planting
partners

Good companions

Eggplant, carrot, onion, peas, tomato

Avoid planting with

Bean, fennel

Recipe
and inspiration

Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper is especially prized in Mediterranean cuisine for its naturally sweet flavor and tender flesh. It is delicious grilled, roasted, sautéed, or enjoyed fresh in salads. Its flavorful flesh is also ideal for stuffed peppers, homemade sauces, antipasti, and roasted vegetable dishes. This classic Italian variety offers exceptional versatility for everyday cooking and summer recipes.

Frequently asked questions

When should I sow Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper in Canada? +

Start seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last expected frost. This provides enough time for vigorous growth and generous harvests during the Canadian growing season.

Why choose Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper? +

This variety is prized for its sweet flavor, excellent productivity, and exceptional versatility in the kitchen. It produces premium-quality Italian peppers for both fresh eating and cooking.

Is Tolli's Sweet Italian Pepper spicy? +

No. It is a sweet Capsicum annuum pepper with tender, flavorful flesh and no noticeable heat, making it perfect for family meals and Mediterranean recipes.

Is this variety good for grilling? +

Yes. Its tender, sweet flesh develops exceptional flavor when grilled or roasted, making it a favorite for traditional Italian and Mediterranean dishes.

When should I harvest the fruits? +

Harvest fruits approximately 75 days after transplanting, once they become bright red and fully ripe. Full maturity provides the sweetest flavor and best texture.

The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.