Capsicum annuum 'California Wonder'
Overview
Uses: Vegetable gardens, raised beds, patio containers, edible landscapes.
Benefits: Large blocky 4" thick-walled fruit, high yields, reliable heirloom performance, sweet flavor when fully ripe.
USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright, Bushy — compact branching stems supporting heavy fruit.
Bloom Color: White
Mature Height: 18–24"
Mature Width: 12–18"
Bloom Season: Summer
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
A classic heirloom bell pepper known for dependable yields and thick, sweet fruit.
Capsicum annuum 'California Wonder' produces large, blocky peppers with substantial walls that make them ideal for stuffing, slicing, and fresh use. Fruits begin green and mature to bright red, developing a sweeter flavor as they ripen fully on the plant.
This variety is valued for its productivity and sturdy, compact growth habit. With consistent warmth and sunlight, it delivers steady harvests throughout the summer season.
Care
Capsicum annuum 'California Wonder' Care
Plant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures have warmed. Provide at least 8 hours of full sun daily for best fruit production.
Grow in rich, well-drained soil. Water consistently, aiming for approximately 1 inch of moisture per week during active growth. Avoid allowing soil to remain saturated.
Fertilize during the growing season with a slow release fertilizer to support steady growth and fruit development.
Harvest peppers while green for earlier yields or allow them to mature to red for sweeter flavor.
Container Growing: Bell peppers perform well in large patio containers with good drainage. Container-grown plants require more frequent watering than those planted in the ground. Provide consistent warmth, as plants are sensitive to cold temperatures.
Size
What Size is the Capsicum annuum 'California Wonder' for Sale Online?
Plants ship in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and are actively growing young vegetable plants. Size at shipment reflects current growth stage. Please contact us with specific sizing questions.
How Large Does Capsicum annuum 'California Wonder' Grow?
Mature plants typically reach 18–24 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide, forming compact, productive bushes.
Additional Information
What are some common names for this plant?
This plant is commonly known as Bell Pepper or California Wonder Bell Pepper.
Is California Wonder a good container pepper?
Yes. Its compact size makes it well suited for patio growing alongside other selections from our patio plants and annual vegetable plants collections.
When should peppers be harvested?
Peppers may be harvested green for earlier production or allowed to mature to red for fuller sweetness. It pairs naturally with other varieties in our live pepper plants collection.
