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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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33 reviews
- Bruce L.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars4/29/26Nothing
The seeds have been in a pot for 3 weeks and nothing has sprouted. Followed the directions but no sprouts.
Very disappointed
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests5/8/26Hey Bruce,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with the Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry Sweet Pepper Seeds. I'm sorry to hear that you haven't seen any sprouting after 3 weeks - that's definitely disappointing, and I completely understand your frustration. Pepper seeds can sometimes be finicky with germination, and factors like soil temperature, moisture levels, or even seed depth can affect their success. We truly appreciate your honest feedback as it helps us understand when things don't go as expected. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your experience matters to us, and we're committed to making this right. Keep on growing 🌻
- MichaelVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/22/26Ten Seeds, Ten plants
I planted all ten seeds expecting to get 5 to 8. All ten germinated and grew into beautiful, variegated plants. I transplanted them outside into raised beds about a week ago. Can't wait to see the fruits!
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertBIBotanical Interests5/3/26Hey Michael,
We're absolutely thrilled to hear you got a perfect 10 for 10 germination rate with your Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry Sweet Pepper Seeds! Those beautiful variegated plants are going to produce such stunning peppers for you - the Candy Cane variety has such gorgeous striped patterns! You're going to be amazed when those colorful striped peppers start developing in your raised beds. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Susanne W.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars4/21/26Strong plant so far
The seeds took off and germinated pretty fast for a pepper. The plant is vigorous and very healthy. I haven't planted outside yet, I'm in zone 6b and the frost date is may 7, according to the farmers almanac. My peppers are doing great, I have like 20 and am looking forward to tasting them. Botanical Interests always has strong, healthy seeds
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests5/4/26Hey Susanne,
We're so happy to hear your Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry Sweet Pepper seeds germinated fast and are growing into such vigorous, healthy plants! You're going to have an amazing harvest! You're in for such a treat when you taste these beauties - the unique striped appearance and that sweet, fruity flavor make them absolutely irresistible! Thank you so much for trusting Botanical Interests with your garden and for sharing your wonderful growing experience! Keep on growing 🌻️
- keelinVerified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars3/9/26Very poor germination and no variegation
The plants have not yet produced fruit but I had less than 50% germination with these seeds and no sign of variegation on the foliage. Wondering if the wrong variety was somehow placed in the packaging for these. The peppers from another variety (different seller) had excellent germination rates so I know it isn't my methods.
BIBotanical Interests3/15/26Hey Keelin,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- CarolineCA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3/7/26A little too successful
Planted these seeds expecting to get 3 plants and ended up with 10 very successful seedlings. Excited to see these guys grow!
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised Bed