Thick-walled bells that ripen from green to a glossy, chocolate-brown exterior with rich, sweet flavor. Suits beds or large patio pots; perfect for salads, stuffing, roasting, and grilling.
✅ Non-GMO • ✅ Fresh stock • ✅ High germination
Why You’ll Love It
Unique chocolate-brown ripening with sweet, mellow taste.
Thick, juicy walls — great for stuffing and roasting.
Dependable yields on sturdy, compact plants.
Harvest green for crunch or fully brown for maximum sweetness.
Quick Facts (Grow Guide)
Botanical name
Capsicum annuum — Chocolate Bell (sweet bell pepper, 0 SHU)
Sun
Full sun (6–8+ hrs; warmth improves fruit set)
Sowing method
Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost with bottom heat. Transplant after nights stay >55°F / 13°C and soil is warm; stake or cage as needed.
Sowing depth
¼″ / 6 mm (light cover; steady warmth)
Spacing
18–24″ / 45–60 cm between plants; rows 24–36″ / 60–90 cm
Germination
~7–14 days at ~75–90°F / 24–32°C (heat mat helps)
Soil
Fertile, well-drained; moderate feeding; mulch to warm soil & hold moisture
Harvest
Green ~70–80 days from transplant; chocolate-brown ~80–90+ days. Snip pods to avoid stem damage.
Ways to Use
Stuff & bake with rice, grains, or cheese.
Roast/char, peel, and marinate for antipasti.
Slice raw into salads, wraps, and lunchboxes.
What You’ll Receive
Select your pack size in the listing variations
Fresh, Non-GMO seeds in a moisture-resistant packet
Simple sowing guide
Germination guarantee — free replacement if seeds don’t sprout
Pro tip: For thicker walls and sweeter flavor, keep plants evenly watered and pick a few early green fruits to encourage continued flowering. Let pods fully color to chocolate for peak sweetness.
