25 Seeds Yolo Wonder Bell Pepper Sweet Vegetable Garden Planting

Yolo Wonder is a classic sweet bell pepper variety known for producing large, blocky, thick-walled fruits that mature from deep green to vibrant red. It is a dependable garden favorite valued for its mild, sweet flavor and heavy yields on compact, sturdy plants. These seeds offer an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking a productive and versatile pepper for fresh eating and cooking.

The peppers are ideal for stuffing, slicing into salads, roasting, and adding to stir-fries, soups, and sauces. Plants grow upright and set fruit well under warm conditions, typically maturing over the course of a standard growing season. For best results, start seeds indoors before the last frost and transplant after soil has warmed.

Species: Capsicum annuum
Variety: Yolo Wonder
Type: Sweet bell pepper
Plant_Habit: Compact upright
Sun: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained, fertile loam
Days_to_Harvest: 70-80 days from transplant
Zones: 4-11
Germination: 7-14 days at 75-85F
Sowing: Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost
Spacing: 18-24 inches apart
Notes: Matures from green to red; consistent moisture supports fruit development