Sheepnose Sweet Pepper Seeds (Organic)
Best heirloom choice for home gardeners who enjoy canning sweet peppers.
Grow your own sweet peppers with Sheepnose Sweet Pepper Seeds, an heirloom variety originating from Ohio in 1940. These certified organic, open-pollinated seeds produce thick-walled, meaty peppers with a delightful sweetness, perfect for fresh eating or canning. Each pepper measures 3-4 inches in diameter and is a good source of Vitamins A and C. These annual plants thrive in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, with a maturity of 70-80 days. For best results, start seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost.
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Botanical Name
Capsicum annuum
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Who it's for
- Gourmet home cooks seeking superior flavor and texture
- Eco-conscious gardeners prioritizing sustainable and chemical-free growing
- Self-sufficient homesteaders interested in long-term seed saving
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with short or cool growing seasons
- Budget-focused shoppers comparing prices against mass-market hybrids
- Commercial growers requiring maximum yield and disease resistance
Performance breakdown
Heirloom Authenticity
A genuine 1940s Ohio variety perfect for heritage garden enthusiasts.
Culinary Versatility
Thick, meaty walls excel in both fresh salads and home canning.
Germination Reliability
Standard two-week window ensures predictable starts for most home growers.
Seed Saving Potential
Open-pollinated genetics allow for easy, consistent seed collection year after year.
Growth Manageability
Compact thirty-inch height fits comfortably in raised beds or containers.
Nutritional Density
High concentrations of Vitamins A and C boost your garden's health.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Capsicum annuum
Life Cycle
Tender Annual
USDA Growing Zone
Certified Organic Product
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Planting Depth
1/4"
Germination
14 Days
Height At Maturity
24-30 inches
Days To Maturity
70-80 Days
Features
- Heirloom variety dating back to 1940
- Thick-walled, very sweet pepper flavor
- Meaty texture ideal for canning
- Keeps well when refrigerated
- Good source of Vitamins A and C
- Open-pollinated for seed saving
- Produces 3-4" diameter peppers
- Certified Organic
What customers say
Customers express overwhelming satisfaction with Peaceful Valley Organic Sheepnose Sweet Pepper Seeds, focusing primarily on exceptional viability and superior fruit quality. Reviewers consistently report high, reliable germination, leading to vigorous, robust plants. The peppers themselves are the true highlight, praised for remarkable sweetness, thick walls, and juicy texture, often deemed superior to common varieties. The organic certification is also highly valued by gardeners. These seeds deliver excellent performance, producing a dependable, abundant harvest of flavorful sweet peppers. The consensus confirms these seeds are a highly recommended choice for gardeners seeking dependable, delicious results.
Know before you buy
For the best results, start your seeds indoors about 8 weeks before your area's last frost date. Plant them 1/4 inch deep in a seed-starting mix and keep them warm to encourage germination, which typically takes about 14 days.
Yes, because these are open-pollinated heirloom seeds, you can successfully save the seeds from your harvest to plant in future seasons. This allows you to maintain the same variety year after year.
These peppers are an excellent choice for canning due to their thick, meaty walls. They hold their structure well during the processing stage, making them ideal for preserves, relishes, or pickled peppers.
Sheepnose peppers are tender annuals that require full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. They grow to a height of 24-30 inches and need moderate, consistent watering throughout the summer season.
You can expect to harvest your first peppers 70-80 days after transplanting them into your garden. The plants will produce sweet, 3-4 inch diameter fruits throughout the summer.
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