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Yolo Wonder Pepper

Quick Facts:

  • Introduced in 1952
  • Sturdy, upright plants
  • Dense foliage prevents sunscald
  • Blocky, thick-walled peppers
  • Great for stuffing, frying

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We ship to the United States, its territories and outlying islands. Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt. Full warranty information can be found here.

We guarantee our seed to be fresh, vigorous, untreated, and true to variety.

Each packet is guaranteed through the year printed on the packet, plus one full additional growing year.

If your seeds fail to germinate, arrive damaged, or do not grow true to type, please contact us and we will make it right through replacement seed, store credit, or refund when appropriate.

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Yolo Wonder Pepper

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Capsicum annuum

Yolo Wonder is a dependable heirloom bell pepper known for its large, blocky fruits, thick walls, and excellent sweet flavor. An improved selection of California Wonder, it was bred for stronger disease resistance, better heat tolerance, and vigorous plants that perform especially well in warmer climates.

Plants grow sturdy and upright, with dense foliage that helps protect developing peppers from sunscald while keeping fruit clean and off the ground. The peppers ripen from green to red, developing thick, crisp flesh that holds up beautifully in the kitchen.

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Capsicum annuum

Yolo Wonder is a dependable heirloom bell pepper known for its large, blocky fruits, thick walls, and excellent sweet flavor. An improved selection of California Wonder, it was bred for stronger disease resistance, better heat tolerance, and vigorous plants that perform especially well in warmer climates.

Plants grow sturdy and upright, with dense foliage that helps protect developing peppers from sunscald while keeping fruit clean and off the ground. The peppers ripen from green to red, developing thick, crisp flesh that holds up beautifully in the kitchen.

The Yolo Wonder pepper is a natural fit for stuffing, grilling, sautéing, or fresh eating. Its mild, sweet flavor and substantial walls make it especially well-suited for cooking, while its consistent yields keep gardeners coming back year after year.

With good tolerance to heat and drought, along with resistance to common strains of Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Yolo Wonder remains a reliable choice for gardeners who value both productivity and flavor. Matures in about 75 days from transplant. Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.

Capsicum annuum

Yolo Wonder is a dependable heirloom bell pepper known for its large, blocky fruits, thick walls, and excellent sweet flavor. An improved selection of California Wonder, it was bred for stronger disease resistance, better heat tolerance, and vigorous plants that perform especially well in warmer climates.

Plants grow sturdy and upright, with dense foliage that helps protect developing pep... read more

read less

Capsicum annuum

Yolo Wonder is a dependable heirloom bell pepper known for its large, blocky fruits, thick walls, and excellent sweet flavor. An improved selection of California Wonder, it was bred for stronger disease resistance, better heat tolerance, and vigorous plants that perform especially well in warmer climates.

Plants grow sturdy and upright, with dense foliage that helps protect developing peppers from sunscald while keeping fruit clean and off the ground. The peppers ripen from green to red, developing thick, crisp flesh that holds up beautifully in the kitchen.

The Yolo Wonder pepper is a natural fit for stuffing, grilling, sautéing, or fresh eating. Its mild, sweet flavor and substantial walls make it especially well-suited for cooking, while its consistent yields keep gardeners coming back year after year.

With good tolerance to heat and drought, along with resistance to common strains of Tobacco Mosaic Virus, Yolo Wonder remains a reliable choice for gardeners who value both productivity and flavor. Matures in about 75 days from transplant. Each packet contains a minimum of 25 seeds.

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How to Grow Bell Peppers

Peppers perform best in well-drained soil that contains plenty of organic matter and adequate phosphorous and calcium. Mulching plants with poly, paper, or natural materials will ensure consistent moisture throughout the root zone.

For earliest harvest, start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds 1/4" deep in well moistened, sterile seed-starting mix. The ideal temperature for pepper seed germination is 85 degrees. For best results, place a grower's heat mat beneath trays until germination has occurred. Under ideal conditions, germination should occur in 10-14 days.

After danger of frost has passed, set transplants 18-24" apart in rows 24-36" apart. Ensure that plants receive 1-2" of water per week. Avoid over-application of nitrogen as this can cause vegetative growth at the expense of fruit set.

Insect Pests

Biological controls such as Bacillus thuringiensis can be effective in controlling climbing cutworms. Aphids, flea beetles, and other hard-shelled insects can be controlled with a simple homemade insecticidal soap solution.

Diseases & Other Problems

To prevent common pepper diseases like Phytopthora and bacterial spot, avoid watering plants at night or on cool, cloudy days. Excess nitrogen and/or insufficient phosphorous can cause pepper plants to become bushy and produce few blossoms.

Peppers can be harvested at any time, but should be picked before they become soft or overly mature. Harvesting regularly will encourage further fruit set. Peppers can be stored in the refrigerator for 4 to 5 days.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Select disease-free plants that are true-to-type. Pepper plants are prone to cross pollination by bees, so precautions should be taken to prevent pollination by insects. Covering plants with mosquito netting is an effective method to protect against pollen contamination.

HARVESTING SEED:

Harvest mature, disease-free fruit that have developed their final color. Cut open fruit and use a gloved hand to remove the seed. Dry on a coffee filter or paper towel. Store in an airtight container until ready to use.

SEED LONGETIVITY:

Pepper seeds will remain viable for three years when stored under ideal conditions.

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