Lunchbox Pepper Snack is a compact, open-pollinated pepper that delivers all three colors in one rewarding mix. This variety matures in just 55 to 63 days from transplants, making it quick enough for most growing seasons, and thrives in hardiness zones 9 through 11. Its small, bushy form and moderate water needs make it surprisingly low-maintenance for gardeners seeking a colorful harvest of snack-sized peppers.
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Three colors ripening on the same compact plant means you get visual drama and harvest variety without needing multiple varieties. At just 12 inches spacing, these plants pack easily into small gardens, containers, or tight garden beds. The 55 to 63 day timeline from transplant to harvest fits comfortably into most growing seasons, and the open-pollinated genetics mean you can save seed for next year if you choose.
These peppers are sized and bred for snacking straight off the plant, though they work equally well in lunchboxes, on crudités platters, or roasted whole as a quick appetizer. Their small stature and manageable heat make them approachable for home gardeners and eaters who want color and flavor without commitment to processing large harvests.
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Sow seeds indoors in late March, approximately 8 weeks before your planned transplant date. Sow at a rate of 4 seeds per inch, 1/4 inch deep, in shallow flats. Maintain soil temperatures at 80 to 90°F for reliable germination, as pepper seeds germinate very slowly in cooler soil. Once the first true leaves appear, transplant seedlings into 2-inch cell-type containers or 4-inch pots and grow at approximately 70°F during the day and 60°F at night.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost date, when soil is warm and weather is settled. Space plants 12 inches apart. Seedlings with visible buds transition outdoors most successfully.
Begin harvesting peppers 55 to 63 days after transplanting. Peppers can be picked at any stage of color development, though waiting for full ripeness intensifies flavor and nutrition. Harvest regularly to encourage continued flowering and fruiting throughout the season.
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