Capsicum Craze: Choosing the Right Capsicum for Your Garden
Capsicums, or bell peppers, are a garden favorite for their versatility, vibrant colors, and sweet flavors. Whether you're adding them to salads, grilling them, or stuffing them for a hearty meal, there's a capsicum variety for every dish. At Lumpy's Nursery & Landscape Yard, we have a great selection of capsicums ready to brighten up your garden and your plate. Let’s explore the differences between the varieties we offer:
California Wonder
- Size & Shape: Large, blocky, and classic bell pepper shape.
- Color: Starts green, ripening to a vibrant red.
- Flavor: Sweet, mild, and crunchy with a juicy texture.
- Best For: Fresh salads, stuffing, grilling, and adding color to any dish.
- Growth Habit: Strong and sturdy plants, producing large, thick-walled fruits.
Yolo Wonder
- Size & Shape: Large, blocky, similar to California Wonder.
- Color: Green turning to bright red as it matures.
- Flavor: Mild and sweet with a crisp bite.
- Best For: Fresh eating, cooking, and stuffing.
- Growth Habit: High-yielding plants, perfect for a bountiful harvest.
Cute Stuff Gold
- Size & Shape: Small, round, and slightly flattened, resembling a mini bell pepper.
- Color: Bright golden yellow.
- Flavor: Exceptionally sweet and juicy.
- Best For: Snacking, salads, and adding a pop of color to your plate.
- Growth Habit: Compact plants, great for small gardens or containers, producing lots of cute little peppers.
Sweet Mixed
- Size & Shape: A mix of blocky and elongated shapes.
- Color: A variety of colors, including green, red, yellow, and orange.
- Flavor: Sweet, crisp, and refreshing.
- Best For: Adding color to salads, stir-fries, and any dish that needs a burst of flavor.
- Growth Habit: A diverse mix of plants, each producing vibrant and flavorful fruits.
Long Sweet Yellow
- Size & Shape: Long, slender, and tapered.
- Color: Bright yellow.
- Flavor: Sweet, mild, and slightly fruity.
- Best For: Grilling, roasting, and fresh eating.
- Growth Habit: Vigorous plants that produce a generous crop of elongated, sweet peppers.
Whether you're looking to add a splash of color to your dishes or grow a garden full of sweet, crunchy peppers, Lumpy’s Nursery & Landscape Yard has the perfect capsicum for you. Visit us at 27 Chapmans Road, Tuncurry, to pick up your favorite varieties today. And remember, we’re open 7 days a week to meet all your gardening needs!
Happy planting! 🌶️🌱