Capsicum baccatum
PEPPER 'BISHOP'S CROWN'
SKU: 1646-005
Description
This variety goes by the names Bishop’s Cap, Joker’s Hat, Friar’s Hat, Orchid, Christmas Bell, Balloon Pepper, and more. The Bishop’s Crown Pepper is named for its distinct shape resembling a Bishop’s Crown. These plants are fairly easy to grow.
This is a mild pepper with a sweet and apple-like fruity flavor. The body of the pods have some detectable heat, but the wings are sweet and mild. The flesh of each pod is crisp. Ideal for salads, salsas, and stuffed pepper recipes.
Heirloom and open pollinated.
Location: Sun
Seeds per pack: 5
Germination: Start these seeds indoors in winter, spring or early summer. Sow the just under the surface of the soil, and water in. Keep lightly moist and do not let the soil dry out. A heat mat or warm room is beneficial until germination begins, and then they should be placed at 20-22 °C, 68-72 °F in an area with good air circulation (no cover). Seeds germinate within 15-30 days. If you receive these seeds in late summer or fall, they should be stored in a refrigerator and started as soon as possible for the next growing season.
Description
This variety goes by the names Bishop’s Cap, Joker’s Hat, Friar’s Hat, Orchid, Christmas Bell, Balloon Pepper, and more. The Bishop’s Crown Pepper is named for its distinct shape resembling a Bishop’s Crown. These plants are fairly easy to grow.
This is a mild pepper with a sweet and apple-like fruity flavor. The body of the pods have some detectable heat, but the wings are sweet and mild. The flesh of each pod is crisp. Ideal for salads, salsas, and stuffed pepper recipes.
Heirloom and open pollinated.
Location: Sun
Seeds per pack: 5
Germination: Start these seeds indoors in winter, spring or early summer. Sow the just under the surface of the soil, and water in. Keep lightly moist and do not let the soil dry out. A heat mat or warm room is beneficial until germination begins, and then they should be placed at 20-22 °C, 68-72 °F in an area with good air circulation (no cover). Seeds germinate within 15-30 days. If you receive these seeds in late summer or fall, they should be stored in a refrigerator and started as soon as possible for the next growing season.
