Description and characteristics of the sweetest pepper varieties

Proven sweet pepper varieties increase the chances of a high-quality, early harvest. Among the growing options, it's recommended to choose easy-to-grow hybrids prized for their flavor.

The sweetest varieties

Sweet peppers are a valuable plant, beloved by many for their flavor and rich vitamin content. The sweetest varieties include many hybrids, some of which are already established in the marketplace and others that have been recently developed. The most productive varieties include "Big Papa," "Apricot Favorite," and "Ivanhoe," which can be easily grown in a garden bed or greenhouse.

Early varieties

According to numerous gardener reviews, the early sweet pepper varieties listed below are among the best among the many available. They produce best in temperate climates, but with proper care, these varieties are also suitable for Siberia, eastern Russia, and central Russia.

Marinka's tongue

The Dnipropetrovsk variety has two key characteristics: resistance to frequent weather changes and good fruiting. Planting is recommended both in greenhouses and in open fields. The average height of a single seedling is 70 to 100 cm. Staking is recommended if the pepper has produced more than 15 fruits. "Marinka's Tongue" produces large fruits, each weighing over 250 grams. The variety gets its name from its elongated, tongue-shaped fruits and their bright cherry-red color. The pulp walls are 12 mm thick at the base and 4-9 mm thick near the stalk. The pepper has a sweet taste and aromatic aroma. This variety is suitable for children and can be used to make lecho.

Tusk

This variety is distinguished by its early germination and favorable yield. On average, 90 days pass from sowing the seeds to the formation of the first fruits. This hybrid can be successfully grown both in a greenhouse and outdoors. The plant can grow up to 1.5 m in height, so it sometimes requires supports and staking. At peak ripeness, the fruits are elongated and cylindrical, with a smooth, glossy surface. When ripe, the "Biven" peppers are bright green, and when fully ripe, they turn red. The fruits can weigh up to 170 g. The peppers are sweet and have a strong aroma. The "Biven" variety is recommended for making fresh salads, appetizers, lecho, and preserves for the winter.

Big Daddy

An early-emerging variety, ideal for garden soil and glass shelters. From the formation of the first leaves to peak ripening, 95 to 105 days can pass. "Big Papa" is characterized by compact, low bushes. The fruits are cone-shaped and drooping. When ripe, they are dark cherry in color, turning purple at peak ripeness. Fruit weight can range from 90 to 135 grams. The peppers have a sweet, juicy, and non-bitter flavor. Suitable for canning winter salads, this variety is high-yielding and resistant to diseases and pests.

Orange miracle

This pepper is characterized by early ripening and good yield. The growing season from seedling formation to full maturity lasts up to 115 days. The plants grow compactly, reaching a height of 75-165 cm. The vegetables are cubic in shape and bright orange. Each pepper weighs 200-350 g. The pulp is 0.5-0.9 mm thick. Up to 14 kg of yield can be harvested from 1 square meter. The pepper is sweet in taste, with a distinct aroma and juicy flesh. It is resistant to diseases and harmful insects.

Ivanhoe

The early-ripening Ivanhoe pepper can produce juicy fruit as early as 110 days after planting. The plant grows compact and low. At peak ripeness, the fruits are cuboidal and have a smooth, glossy surface. Each pepper can weigh up to 140 grams. As they mature, the peppers turn creamy, turning red at peak ripeness. Ivanhoe's advantages include early maturity and excellent marketability, making it a popular choice for commercial cultivation. It transports well and is suitable for long-term storage. Ripe fruits have a sweet taste and a pleasant aroma.

Apricot Favorite

An ideal variety for both greenhouses and garden beds, this plant has a growing season of 95 to 110 days. The bushes typically grow compactly, up to 65 cm tall. Ripe peppers are cone-shaped and glossy. The flesh is approximately 7 mm thick, and each fruit weighs 125 g. Peppers of this variety are distinguished by their bright orange color, and they ripen simultaneously. One plant can produce 20 large peppers. This variety has a pleasant taste and aroma. It is suitable for salads, preserves, and processing.

Bull

As its name suggests, this variety produces large fruits. It can be grown both outdoors and in greenhouses. The plant grows spreadingly, with each bush typically reaching approximately 60 cm in height. The fruits are cube-shaped and bright yellow or greenish in color. Each pepper can weigh between 110 and 500 grams. This variety is one of the fastest ripening, with a growing season of 60-90 days.

Lumina

One of the most common early-ripening pepper hybrids. It grows as low bushes, producing medium- to small-sized fruits weighing 100-115 grams. The peppers are golden, pale green, and sometimes pinkish in color. The fruits are distinguished by their conical, elongated shape, with walls 5-7 mm thick. "Lumina" peppers have a sweet, watery flavor without a distinct aroma. This variety is easy to care for and thrives even in arid climates. However, it's worth noting that the fruits may taste bitter if watered sparingly. Ripe peppers can be stored for up to 4 months and transport well.

Health

An early, fast-ripening sweet variety with a growing season of 75 to 90 days. Recommended for growing in plastic and greenhouse shelters. Sow seeds for seedlings in the third ten days of February. The bush grows semi-spreading, reaching a height of over 1 m. A single plant can produce 15 large fruits. On average, up to 6 kg of yield can be harvested per square meter. The fruits of this variety are drooping and have excellent flavor. Each pepper weighs approximately 50 grams, with a wall thickness of 4 mm. Unripe fruits are light green, while ripe ones are bright red, with sweet, firm flesh.

Mid-season varieties

The varieties listed below are not as common among gardeners due to their mid-season ripening period. They are inferior in yield to early varieties, but are ideal for winter canning. These crops can be grown even in Siberian climates, provided a heated greenhouse is available.

A gift from Moldova

A mid-season variety that adapts well to a variety of weather conditions. "Gift of Moldova" is easy to grow and is suitable for both greenhouse and open-air cultivation. This pepper was bred in Moldova in 1973. Ripening time ranges from 115 to 135 days. The compact plant reaches a height of up to 50 cm. Ripe fruits are juicy and sweet, with walls up to 5 mm thick. For greenhouses, seeds can be sown in early February. This plant is highly resistant to various diseases and pests.

Purple Othello

This mid-season hybrid is suitable for growing outdoors and in greenhouses. The plant grows into spreading, compact bushes up to 90 cm tall. It takes an average of 110 days from the first shoots to ripening. The peppers are arranged in a mixed pattern on the bush; they have an elongated, conical shape and a smooth texture. At biological maturity, the fruits are brown, and at peak ripeness, they turn purple-eggplant.

The average pepper weighs 90-110 grams. It's recommended to sow seeds for seedlings in late February or early March. Othello has a sweet and mild flavor. The maximum yield is 9 kg per square meter.

Cherry pepper

The growing season for this variety, from the first shoots to ripe fruit, is 115-130 days. The bush reaches a maximum height of 60-80 cm. Cherry fruits are characterized by a rounded, heart-shaped form, a small size of 9 cm in length, and a rich flavor. The peppers are 2 to 4 cm in diameter, bright red, and have juicy, tangy flesh. This variety is ideal for canning, drying, and curing.

Mid-late varieties

Since the varieties listed below are late-ripening, they are not recommended for growing in cold regions or areas with predominantly rainy summers. These crops bear fruit until the first frost.

Hamik

This productive variety is suitable for growing outdoors and in greenhouses. Bushes grow low, reaching up to 100 cm in height, producing small fruits weighing 35-40 grams. The peppers contain a small number of seeds. "Gamik" is sweet in taste, and the fruits are dark green when ripe, turning orange at their peak. It is resistant to various diseases and pests, including tobacco mosaic virus. It is suitable for canning and salads.

Oreni

This variety can only be grown in protected soil. The Oreni F1 hybrid produces low-growing bushes that produce large, cube-shaped fruits. The peppers are green at the technical stage of development and bright orange at peak ripeness. They have excellent flavor and a vibrant aroma. This variety is ideal for winter preserves, lecho, and fresh salads. Thanks to their thick walls, the fruits withstand transportation well.

Paris

A mid-season variety with a growing season of 130-140 days from the first shoots to fruit maturity. This hybrid is considered compact, with bushes growing up to 80 cm tall. The fruits are cube-shaped, weighing 120-135 grams, with juicy flesh and 8 mm thick walls. At peak ripeness, the peppers are a rich red. 'Paris' can be grown both in plastic shelters and outdoors. The average yield per plant is 2 kg.

Night

One of the most unusually colored mid-late varieties is "Nochka." This pepper is productive and is recommended for growing in plastic shelters, glass greenhouses, and open ground. The bushes are medium-sized, low, and have abundant foliage. The fruits grow to 160 grams in weight, are cube-shaped, and dark purple in color. The pepper has a sweet and juicy flavor. The yield per bush is 3-4 kg. It is resistant to tobacco mosaic and pests.

Capsicum

Many people believe that capsicums should always be spicy, but there are quite sweet-tasting varieties of this type. Capsicums are often used to make a fragrant seasoning. There are five types of peppers, each of which produces the best flavor.

Cascade

This pepper variety is included in the State Register of the Russian Federation. It is suitable for growing in greenhouses and on plots of land. This mid-season variety reaches technical maturity 80-95 days after planting. The bushes have a compact, spreading habit, reaching 75 cm in height. The fruits, at peak ripeness, weigh up to 230 grams and are large and cone-shaped. They have excellent flavor, with juicy flesh and 3 mm thick walls. Ripe peppers are bright red, turning yellow before ripening. The "Cascade" variety can be used to make paprika seasoning. This heat-loving crop is recommended for planting in sunny areas.

Baby

This early-ripening variety ripens 100-110 days after the first seedlings emerge. The bushes are low-growing, 50-60 cm tall. The fruits are brightly colored, blunt-shaped, and weigh 55 g. At peak ripeness, the peppers acquire a rich red hue. This plant is easy to care for. One square meter of bushes can yield up to 3 kg of this crop. "Malysh" is suitable for growing in garden plots, greenhouses, and even as a potted plant on a balcony.

Lighthouse

The pod variety is an early-ripening variety. After the first shoots appear, a harvest can be expected in 120-130 days. The bushes are low-growing, covered with green leaves. The fruits are pod-shaped, 10-13 cm long. Each pepper averages 25-30 grams. The pulp contains beneficial ascorbic acid. "Mayak" is often used to make spices and seasonings.

Pomegranate

It gets its name from its deep, dark red color, reminiscent of a pomegranate. The bushes grow low, medium-sized, spreading, up to 50 cm tall. The fruits are pod-shaped, elongated, and pointed. The walls are 3 to 3.5 mm thick, and each pepper weighs approximately 30 g. The "Pomegranate" variety is stable in yield and is resistant to various diseases and harmful insects. It contains beneficial sugars, solids, and ascorbic acid. This variety is suitable for making paprika and dried spices.

Hedgehog

A mid-season legume variety. After sprouts emerge, it begins bearing fruit in 135 days. It grows as compact, low-growing bushes, densely covered with dark green leaves. Small, heart-shaped fruits grow on the branches. A ripe fruit weighs no more than 20 grams, with a wall thickness of up to 2 mm. At peak ripeness, "Hedgehog" acquires a dark red color. "Hedgehog" has a sweet taste. The fruits contain beneficial dry substances, as well as ascorbic acid. The plant can be easily grown in a greenhouse, in the open ground, or on a windowsill.

Reviews

Evgeniya, Moscow
The best, proven sweet varieties include "Bugai," "Big Papa," "Ivanhoe," and "Zdorovye." I've been growing them for several years now. Sometimes I save seeds from hybrids; they haven't let me down yet. I consistently get a bountiful harvest. This spring, I plan to plant capsicums.

Maria, Yaroslavl
I really love the "Gift of Moldova" variety. It's the easiest to care for. The bushes grow miniature and produce a lot of fruit. I'll plant them again. I can also recommend the "Chilli" pepper, which is perfect for beautiful preserves for the holiday table.

Evgeniy, Tula
I really enjoyed the "Apricot Favorite," "Ivanhoe," "Pomegranate," and "Hedgehog" peppers. I'd especially like the chili peppers—I really liked them. I even made my own paprika from them. You can also make them into small jars. Your family will love them.

Conclusion

With so many varieties of sweet peppers to choose from, everyone can find the perfect one for themselves. Experienced gardeners and novices alike can grow almost any of the above-mentioned peppers.