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Features
Family
Solanaceae
Native
Americas
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Frost Sensitive
About Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry Sweet Pepper Seeds
Capsicum annuum (hybrid)
3½"–3 ¾" long, 2½"–2 ¾" wide, thin-walled peppers start out green with cream striping, ripening to shades of yellow and red, then finally chocolate and crimson.
Planting Pepper
Days to Maturity
70–75 days from transplanting
Plant Spacing
Start indoors
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
1/4"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet sows up to 8 plants when started indoors. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 24"–36" |
| Seed Depth | 1/4" |
| Seed Spacing | Start indoors |
| Thinning | Start indoors, plant seedlings 18" – 24" apart outside |
| Germination | 10–25 days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before transplanting. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 70°–90°F. Transplant seedlings outside 2 to 4 weeks after your average last frost date, and when daytime temperatures are at least 70°F, and nighttime temperatures are at least 55°F. Mild Climates: May be sown in late summer for fall/winter crop. |
| Direct Sow | For Mild Climates only: 2 to 4 weeks after average last frost, when soil temperature is at least 70°F. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Peppers can be harvested green or left on the plant to mature to brownish-red with brown, cream, and green striping. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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39 reviews
- LindseyVerified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars10/12/265 Stars for Looks, 3 Stars for Flavor
These are the coolest looking peppers, and the plants are gorgeous with their variegated leaves. They were quite prolific, producing fist sized peppers. However, both me and my sister-in-law and our families thought their flavor was bland and boring. Also, their skin was slightly tough when eaten raw. I grew mine in Castle Rock and she grew hers in Fort Collins, so I don't think it was just my soil. I ended up roasting most of them on the smoker and adding them to sauces or soups. They look pretty on a veggie platter, but that's about it. I would grow them again for their ornamental value, but not because they tasted amazing.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertBIBotanical Interests10/13/26Hey Lindsey,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed experience with us! We really appreciate you growing the Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry Sweet Peppers in two different locations and providing such honest feedback.
We're glad the prolific production gave you plenty to work with. We hear you on the flavor profile though, and we genuinely appreciate you sharing that the taste wasn't quite what you were hoping for, even across different growing conditions.
Your creativity in roasting them for sauces and soups shows real gardener spirit, and we're happy they found a good use! Your feedback about the flavor and texture is really valuable to us and helps us continue to improve our seed offerings.
Thank you again for being such a dedicated grower and for taking the time to share your thoughts. Keep on growing 🌻
- Susanne W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars10/3/26Beautiful plant
The leaves are variegated green and white, very pretty. The peppers are beautiful and striped, tasting similar to a bell pepper but it's smaller. I really liked this a lot but only got a few because the bugs really got to them.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests10/6/26Hey Susanne,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us! We're so glad you loved the variegated foliage and those beautiful striped peppers - it sounds like they were absolutely stunning in your garden!
We're sorry to hear that the bugs got to some of your crop and limited your harvest. That must have been frustrating after watching such a gorgeous plant grow. We really appreciate you sharing those details with us, and your feedback helps us support gardeners like you.
Thank you again for being a dedicated grower and for your wonderful input. Keep on growing 🌻
- CarolynRated 4 out of 5 stars9/25/264 Stars
I haven’t use the items yet, but they arrived in good condition.
- Petra C.FL, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/24/26Candy Cane Seedlings
I started these seeds indoors. One hundred percent germination. The leaves are pretty and healthy!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests7/25/26Hey Petra,
We're so happy to hear about your incredible experience with the Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry Sweet Pepper Seeds! One hundred percent germination is absolutely amazing - that's the kind of success story that makes our day! It's awesome that your seedlings are showing off those pretty, healthy leaves already! There's nothing better than starting the growing season with such strong, vibrant plants! Your Candy Cane peppers are off to such a fantastic start and we can't wait to see how those unique striped beauties develop! Thanks for sharing your Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- MaryElizabeth C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/8/26Recent Order
Tk you. As usual, for years purchasing from Kevin, I received everything pronto and in tact. Planted some and awaiting little seedlings to greet the hot and humid weather in N. FL. Saving some to plant in early Fall for hearty crops prior to frost. Liz :)
BIBotanical Interests7/10/26Hey MaryElizabeth,
We're so thrilled to hear about your continued satisfaction with your orders over the years! It's awesome that your Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry Sweet Pepper Seeds arrived quickly and in perfect condition. Your planting strategy sounds fantastic - getting some started now for the hot N. FL weather and saving some for that early fall planting to get hearty crops before frost is really smart! Thanks for sharing your experience with us and for being such a valued customer all these years! Keep on growing 🌻️