Although modern-day slang would assign a fun meaning to this sweet pepper's name, it's unclear why the heirloom "Yolo" is actually named so. The "Wonder" part makes perfect sense, as this is indeed an impressive pepper that shows off gorgeous, lush green foliage while producing amazingly delicious veggies. It was introduced by the Campbell Soup Company in 1952, and since then has become very popular thanks to its awesome shape and sweet taste. Yolo Wonder sweet pepper plants are very heavy yielders, treating you to quite a harvest of succulent peppers 4-5 inches in diameter. Thick, crisp, and refreshing with tender and tasty flesh, these peppers will grow green at first and then ripen to a rich red. They're perfect in every recipe, raw or cooked, and an ideal stuffed pepper choice, and they only get sweeter as they mature so try them at various stages for a variety of flavors.
More InformationSKU | DL013874 |
Item Package Size | Packet |
Weight Of Seeds Per Packet | 0.02 oz |
Seeds Per Packet | approx. 80 seeds per packet |
Botanical Name | Capsicum annuum |
How To Grow | Start indoors |
Light Requirements | Full Sun |
Planting Depth | 1/4 inch |
Seed Spacing | 2 inches (seeds); 12-18 inches (transplants) |
Row Spacing | 24-30 inches |
Space After Thinning | 12-18 inches |
Days To Germinate | 14-21 days |
Days To Maturity | 70-80 |
Growth Rate | Medium |
Tolerates | Heat |
Seed Life Cycle | Annual |
Certifications | Heirloom |
Advantages | Good For Containers, Edible |
Additional Information | Introduced in 1910 |
Ships As | Seed |
Ships To Canada | Yes |