Sweet Melrose Pepper Plant (1 Plant)
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Add rich, sweet flavor to your garden with the Sweet Melrose Pepper Plant, an heirloom Italian variety known for its vibrant red pods and exceptional sweetness. These slender, glossy peppers grow to 6-7 inches long and ripen from green to deep red, offering a deliciously mild flavor with no heat. Perfect for roasting, frying, stuffing, or enjoying fresh in salads, this pepper is a gourmet gardener’s favorite. Your purchase includes 1 premium live starter plant, ready for planting in Spring 2025.
Key Features:
- Type: Sweet Melrose Pepper (Capsicum annuum)
- Quantity: 1 live starter plant
- Flavor Profile: Rich, sweet, and flavorful with no heat
- Fruit Size: 6-7 inches long, slender and glossy
- Maturity: 70-80 days from planting
- Growth Habit: Bushy, reaching up to 24-36 inches tall
Why Choose Our Sweet Melrose Pepper Plant?
- Spring 2025 Shipment: Shipped fresh and prepped for optimal planting success
- Heirloom Variety: A time-tested Italian favorite for authentic culinary flavor
- High-Yield Variety: Produces a continuous supply of sweet, flavorful peppers throughout the growing season
- Versatile Use: Perfect for roasting, grilling, frying, and fresh snacking
- Nutrient-Rich: Packed with vitamins A, C, and antioxidants
- Secure, Protective Packaging: Ensures your plant arrives healthy and ready to grow
Care Instructions:
- Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6-8 hours per day)
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging
- Soil: Thrives in nutrient-rich, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0
- Spacing: Plant 18-24 inches apart to allow for bushy growth and airflow
- Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season
Planting & Shipping Details:
- Ships Spring 2025: Perfect timing for planting in spring and early summer
- Starter Plant: Grown with care to ensure robust, healthy growth
Add a touch of Italian heritage and gourmet flavor to your home garden with the Sweet Melrose Pepper Plant. Whether you’re roasting them for sweet pepper sandwiches or enjoying them fresh, these peppers will be a standout in your kitchen. Order your live plant today and get ready for a delicious spring harvest!
Testimonials
My seedlings in a box were perfect. So sorry that most of your products are now sold out. Will definitely purchase again from this seller.
Samira · May 29, 2024
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