Emerald Giant Sweet Pepper Seeds

  • Emerald Giant Sweet Pepper vegetable seeds for extra-large, thick-walled green peppers perfect for diverse culinary use.
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Emerald Giant Sweet Pepper Seeds

Emerald Giant Sweet Pepper Seeds

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Packet Size: 40 Seeds

Emerald Giant Sweet Pepper delivers impressively large, thick-walled fruits with rich, juicy sweetness and no heat. First introduced in 1963, this heirloom variety produces vigorous plants with heavy harvests of 4.5" by 3.5" emerald-green peppers. Fruits can remain on the plant to ripen red for added sweetness. Adaptable to beds, containers, and greenhouses, it offers dependable productivity and excellent flavor throughout the season.

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Growing Information

Planting

  • Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the final frost date to ensure strong transplants for the garden.
  • Transplant outdoors once nighttime temperatures remain above 55°F and plants have acclimated through hardening-off.
  • Space plants 18–24 inches apart in rows set 24–36 inches apart to allow for airflow and mature spread.
  • Choose a location with full sun and well-drained, fertile soil to support rapid growth and fruit development.
  • Set transplants slightly deeper than they were in containers to promote strong root establishment.
  • Water thoroughly after planting and maintain even soil moisture during early growth.

Maintenance

  • Plants grow to an upright 26–30 inches tall with sturdy branching that supports heavy fruit loads.
  • Provide consistent moisture, especially during flowering and fruit set, while avoiding waterlogged soil.
  • Mulch around the base to help retain soil moisture and limit weed competition.
  • A balanced fertilizer or compost application supports vigorous growth and strong yields throughout the season.
  • Stake or cage plants in windy areas to keep branches from bending under the weight of large fruits.

Harvest & Storage

  • Harvest begins about 77 days after transplant, once peppers reach full size and deep emerald-green color.
  • Fruits typically measure 4.5 inches long and 3.5 inches wide, with thick, juicy walls ideal for fresh use or cooking.
  • Allow peppers to ripen further to red on the plant for maximum sweetness when conditions allow.
  • Handle harvested fruits gently to prevent bruising, and store unwashed in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • For longer storage, peppers may be chopped and frozen without blanching.