Customer Service Hours
Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
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 Jimmy Nardello Sweet Pepper Seeds
Capsicum annuum
6"–12" peppers start out green and ripen to deep, glossy red with a very sweet, rich flavor.
Planting Pepper
Days to Maturity
80–90 days from transplanting
Plant Spacing
Start indoors
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
¼"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet yields approximately 14 plants when started indoors. |
|---|---|
| Row Spacing | 24"–36" |
| Seed Depth | ¼" |
| 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 | Jimmy Nardello' can be eaten when green, but for optimum flavor, pick peppers at 6"–12" long, when bright, glossy red. |
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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26 reviews
- ChristopherRated 5 out of 5 stars9/7/265 Stars
I started 4 seeds that all germinated and they’re growing slowly but surely :)
- Shannon L.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/26/26The best pepper
My absolute favorite in zone 6a/b. Sweet, productive and reliable! And they really do have that apple-y flavor. Truly the best summer pepper!
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/29/26Hey Shannon,
We're so stoked to hear that your Jimmy Nardello Sweet Peppers have become your absolute favorite in zone 6a/b! It's awesome that you're loving that apple-y flavor and finding them to be so sweet, productive and reliable. Sounds like they're the perfect summer pepper for your garden! Thanks so much for being part of the growing community! Keep on growing 🌻
- Barbara A.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/15/26Great early pepper for frying or roasting.
Jimmy Nardello is a perfect pepper for frying or roasting and sprinkled with sea salt for a great appetizer. They ripened earlier than other peppers so it's good to plant them for a head start on the pepper season.
Which best describes you as a gardener? ExpertBIBotanical Interests7/17/26Hey Barbara,
We're so happy to hear about your fantastic experience with the Jimmy Nardello Sweet Pepper Seeds! It's awesome that they ripen earlier than your other peppers - what a perfect way to get that pepper season started! And there's nothing better than peppers that are so perfect for frying or roasting with just a sprinkle of sea salt - that sounds like the most delicious appetizer ever! Your tip about using them as a head start on pepper season is super valuable for other growers who want to extend their harvest window. Thanks for sharing your Jimmy Nardello growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- KiaraRated 5 out of 5 stars6/13/26New Mainstay
I'm definitely going to be growing these year after year. Nice medium sized fire-engine-red peppers that are much quicker to grow than bell peppers. And they are so tremendously sweet. Very few end up making it into the house since I munch on them right out in the garden.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests6/13/26Hey Kiara,
What a perfect description of the Jimmy Nardello experience! We love that these fire-engine-red beauties have become your new mainstay. The fact that you're munching on them straight from the garden before they even make it inside says everything about how incredibly sweet they are! It's so true that they're much quicker to grow than bells, which makes them such a fantastic choice for gardeners. Thanks for sharing your Jimmy Nardello pepper success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- George K.Verified BuyerRated 1 out of 5 stars5/31/26Awful germination
Gave every seed a starter and after 3 weeks only 1 germinated
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests6/13/26Hey George,
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 🌻️