Add a delightful mix of color and flavor to your garden with Lunchbox Pepper Seeds. These small, sweet peppers come in a vibrant variety of red, orange, and yellow hues, offering a perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. Ideal for snacking, salads, or lunchbox treats, these peppers are a favorite for gardeners and families looking for a healthy, easy-to-grow option.
Seed Starting Instructions
When to Start: Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date.
How to Plant: Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and use bottom watering to ensure consistent soil moisture.
Germination: Maintain soil temperatures between 70-85°F for optimal germination.
Growing Conditions
Transplanting: Transplant seedlings outdoors once frost danger has passed. Space plants 18-24 inches apart for proper airflow and growth.
Sunlight Requirements: Thrives in full sun, requiring 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Watering: Keep soil evenly moist without waterlogging. Water at the base of the plant to prevent wet leaves and reduce disease risk.
Support: Compact plants typically don’t require staking, but cages can help support heavy harvests.
Harvesting Tips
Harvest peppers when they are firm, brightly colored, and fully ripened. Picking regularly encourages more fruit production throughout the growing season.
Why Grow Lunchbox Peppers?
- Sweet Flavor: Deliciously sweet and crunchy, perfect for fresh eating and snacking.
- Vibrant Colors: A mix of red, orange, and yellow peppers adds beauty to your garden and plate.
- Bite-Sized: Ideal for salads, lunchboxes, or healthy snacks on the go.
- High Yield: Produces an abundant harvest with proper care.
Grow Lunchbox Peppers for a colorful and flavorful addition to your garden. These petite, sweet peppers are perfect for gardeners of all levels and make a healthy, versatile snack the whole family will enjoy.
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
Carolina Reaper Pepper Plants - Chocolate
Transplants arrived healthy…I was fortunate to receive more peppers than ordered. Thank you! Will purchase again!
Rosetta · May 31, 2024
Lunchbox Snacking Pepper Plants
Still going absolutely loaded with blooms. I hope to stick them in a greenhouse and over winter them
Jonathan · August 27, 2023
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