California Wonder 300 is a classic sweet bell pepper that delivers reliable harvests in just 65 days from transplant. This cultivar produces large, blocky fruits that ripen from green to vibrant red, offering one of the richest sources of nutrients available in the garden. The variety thrives in full sun and warm soil, making it a straightforward choice for gardeners who want substantial, flavorful peppers without fussy requirements. Plant it 12 inches apart in rows spaced 24 inches wide, keep the soil consistently moist, and you'll have a productive summer of homegrown peppers.
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Large, blocky fruits develop quickly on sturdy plants, with peppers reaching full sweetness and nutritional peak when they mature to red. Peppers contain capsaicin, which revs up your metabolism and reduces general inflammation in the body, so harvesting at full ripeness gives you both superior flavor and maximum health benefits. The 65-day timeline from transplant to harvest fits neatly into most growing seasons, and the plants respond well to consistent warmth and moisture.
California Wonder 300 peppers work beautifully in any application where you need meaty, sweet bell pepper flesh. Slice them into salads, stuff them whole with rice or grains, roast them until the skin chars and the flesh softens, or dice them for stir-fries and salsas. They're equally at home in the kitchen fresh or cooked, and their substantial walls make them ideal for stuffing whole.
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Start seeds in trays 8 to 12 weeks before your anticipated transplant date. Once seedlings develop two sets of true leaves, they're ready for the next stage of growth.
Transplant seedlings outdoors once soil has warmed and nighttime temperatures stay above 65°F. Space plants 12 inches apart in rows 24 inches wide.
Direct sowing is not recommended for this variety; start seeds indoors instead.
Peppers are edible at the green stage but develop their most robust flavor and highest vitamin content when allowed to mature to red, yellow, purple, or orange, depending on your preference. California Wonder 300 typically reaches full ripeness 65 days after transplanting. Harvest by cutting the fruit from the stem rather than pulling, which helps protect the plant from damage.
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