North Star Pepper

Also known as North Star Hybrid Pepper · Northstar Pepper

Early-maturing F1 hybrid sweet bell pepper ideal for short-season northern gardens. Produces blocky 3-4 lobed fruits that ripen from deep green to bright red with sweet flavor. Reliable yielder even in cooler or adverse conditions and suitable for containers.

Growing

~70 days to maturity

Fruit size

9–11 cm

Flavor & Use

Sweet and mild with a crisp, juicy texture.

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Culinary

Fresh in saladsstuffing for peppersroastinggrillinggeneral cooking where a sweet crisp bell pepper is desired.

About

The North Star Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a productive early hybrid variety bred for northern and short-season gardens. Plants reach approximately 24 inches in height and produce good yields of blocky, 3 to 4-lobed bell peppers about 4 inches long by 3.5 inches wide. Fruits mature from deep green to bright red in 60 to 75 days and offer a sweet, mild flavor perfect for fresh use. It is resistant to Tobacco Mosaic Virus and adapts well to container growing or patio gardens. Its ability to set fruit under less-than-ideal conditions distinguishes it from many standard bell varieties.

Backstory

North Star is an F1 hybrid sweet bell pepper developed in the United States for reliable performance in short growing seasons and cooler northern climates. It is noted for setting fruit even under adverse conditions, making it a favorite for home gardeners in regions with limited summer warmth.

Appearance

ShapeBlocky
ColorGreen · Red
Size9–11 cm
WallThick
SkinSmooth

Growing

SunFull
WaterModerate
ClimateTemperate short season
Days to maturity70 days
Plant height60–90 cm
Soil pH6–7
Germination7–14 days
Spacing60 cm
HardinessZones 3-11

Heritage

We don't have a documented family for this pepper yet.

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