Pepper 'Fat 'n Sassy'
The 'Fat 'n Sassy' Pepper is a garden favorite, celebrated for its abundant harvest of sweet, crunchy, 4-lobed bell peppers. These peppers, measuring 4–5 inches, mature quickly, offering fruit in just 65 days from transplant, extending your enjoyment. Seedlings arrive in 1 pint pots with robust root systems, ensuring a strong start. For peak flavor, plant in full sun, enrich the soil, and consider withholding a bit of water as fruits ripen. Staking is recommended to support the impressive yield of these delicious peppers, perfect for stuffing, salads, or sautéing.
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4.4
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Category Rank
2688
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#2688 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
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Cultivar
'Fat 'n Sassy'
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Who it's for
- Excellent Fruit Size and Yield
- Sweet, Crisp Flavor Profile
- Robust and Vigorous Growth
Who should skip it
- Longer Time to Maturity
- Requires Staking or Support
- Premium Price Point
Key Specs
Cultivar
'Fat 'n Sassy'
Maturity
65 days from transplant
Mature Height
30 inches
Fruit Size
4–5 inches
Plant Type
Annual
Recommended Spacing
15 inches
Shipping Pot Size
1 pint
Sun Exposure Requirement
Full Sun
Features
- Produces high yields of sweet, crunchy peppers
- Early maturity, setting fruit in 65 days
- Blocky peppers, 4–5 inches long
- Shipped with strong, established root systems
- Requires staking for heavy yields
- Optimal flavor with slight water withholding
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the 'Fat 'n Sassy' pepper for its exceptional performance and yield. The variety establishes quickly, producing an impressive abundance of large, blocky peppers. Reviewers consistently describe the flavor as sweet and crunchy, perfect for fresh eating or grilling. A key highlight is the plant's reliability, thriving even in challenging growing conditions. While some initial concerns exist regarding the cost versus the size of shipped starter plants, the superior quality and high output of the final harvest consistently justify the investment. This pepper is a highly recommended, dependable choice for gardeners seeking large, sweet bell peppers.
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