{"product_id":"250mg-giant-marconi-red-pepper-seeds-sweet-smoky-high-yield","title":"250mg Giant Marconi Red Pepper Seeds - Sweet, Smoky, High Yield","description":"\u003cp\u003eGiant Marconi Red Pepper is a classic Italian sweet pepper prized for its elongated, tapered fruits that mature from green to a brilliant red. These large peppers are known for their sweet, smoky flavor and thick walls, making them excellent for roasting, grilling, stuffing, or enjoying fresh in salads. The plants are vigorous and productive, providing a generous harvest throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned gardener or a beginner, Giant Marconi Red Pepper is a rewarding variety to grow. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and its impressive size and flavor will make it a standout in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge, elongated fruits that turn from green to red at maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet, smoky flavor with thick, meaty walls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-yielding plants that produce abundantly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile in the kitchen: great for roasting, stuffing, and fresh eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to grow in containers or garden beds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual vegetable (perennial in frost-free zones)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6-8 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright bushy plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-11 (grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep soil warm (75-85°F) for best germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or harden them off and plant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 18-24 inches apart in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging. Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly when plants begin to flower. Harvest peppers when they reach full size and desired color—green for a milder flavor or red for maximum sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e250mg of Giant Marconi Red Pepper seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835968651574,"sku":"FOLIA2-1379","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6530630307_l8yr.jpg?v=1793096626","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/250mg-giant-marconi-red-pepper-seeds-sweet-smoky-high-yield","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}