Capsicum annuum ‘Big Red’
Overview
Uses: Fresh eating, stuffing, slicing, grilling, vegetable gardens, raised beds, large containers
Benefits: Large thick-walled fruit, sweet flavor at full maturity, dependable yields, sturdy compact plants
USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy — compact branching structure that supports heavy fruit.
Bloom Color: White
Mature Height: 24–30"
Mature Width: 14–18"
Bloom Season: Summer
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Big Red Bell Pepper produces large, blocky fruit with thick walls and a sweet flavor that intensifies as peppers ripen to full red.
Fruit commonly reaches about 5 inches across, developing firm, crisp flesh well-suited for stuffing, slicing, or grilling. Allowing peppers to mature fully on the plant enhances both sweetness and depth of flavor.
Compact but productive plants perform reliably in garden beds and large patio containers, thriving in warm summer conditions with consistent sunlight and moisture.
Care
Big Red Bell Pepper Care
Plant in full sun, providing at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily for strong growth and fruit production.
Grow in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil. Water consistently after planting, keeping soil evenly moist but not saturated. Steady moisture is especially important during flowering and fruit development.
Apply a balanced slow release fertilizer at planting or early in the growing season to support healthy growth and fruit set.
Space plants approximately 18–24 inches apart to allow airflow and proper development.
Plants hardy in the ground may require winter protection when grown in containers in colder zones.
Size
What Size is the Big Red Bell Pepper for Sale Online?
Plants ship in greenhouse-grade grow pots and are actively growing at the time of shipment. Each plant is well-rooted and appropriately sized for its container. If you have specific sizing questions, please contact us for additional details.
How Large Does Big Red Bell Pepper Grow?
Mature plants typically reach 24–30 inches tall and 14–18 inches wide, forming a compact yet productive structure capable of supporting large fruit.
Additional Information
What are some common names for this plant?
Capsicum annuum ‘Big Red’ is commonly referred to as Big Red Bell Pepper or simply bell pepper.
How does Big Red compare to other bell peppers?
This variety is known for producing especially large, thick-walled fruit with pronounced sweetness when fully ripened to red. It performs well alongside other Live Pepper Plants in warm-season gardens.
Can Big Red Bell Pepper be grown in containers?
Yes. It performs well in large patio containers provided it receives full sun and consistent watering. It also fits nicely within Annual Vegetable Plants collections for seasonal harvest gardens.
When should Big Red peppers be harvested?
Although fruit begins green, harvest at full red maturity for the best sweetness and flavor.
