About
Capsicum annuum 'Bianca' produces medium to large bell peppers with a mild flavor, initially appearing in an ivy green hue before maturing to a vibrant scarlet red. This variety features a robust structure and dense foliage that shields the fruits from sunscald. It also demonstrates a strong resistance to tobacco mosaic virus, making it a resilient choice for gardeners.
About the genus
Capsicum comprises both annual and perennial species characterized by simple, alternate foliage and flowers that are either tubular or bell-shaped. These plants are cultivated primarily for their glossy, multi-seeded fruits, which include varieties such as chili and bell peppers. Additionally, they serve as popular choices for indoor ornamental displays.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1C
Plant details
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 1 year
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
- Cultivation
- Will grow well in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun.
- Pruning
- No pruning required
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds or sowing seeds indoors for further advice
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to cutworms, flee beetles, aphids
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to blossom end rot, bacterial spot