Annual
Bell Pepper
Capsicum annuum
Varieties We Carry
Red KnightCapsicum annuumBetter BelleCapsicum annuumCajun BelleCapsicum annuum
Sizes & Pricing
4 inFrom$4.50
1 galFrom$6.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size18-36 inches × 18-24 inches
About Bell Pepper
Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a warm-season vegetable native to the Americas, producing thick-walled, blocky fruits that mature from green through yellow, orange, or red. A staple of home vegetable gardens, it is grown as an annual and is prized for its crisp texture and sweet flavor. Starting at $4.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Annual
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Bell Peppers require full sun — at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. In NE Florida, plant in a site with unobstructed morning and midday sun; they tolerate the intense summer heat well and are a warm-season staple of Florida vegetable gardens.
Water
Keep soil evenly moist throughout the growing season; inconsistent moisture causes blossom drop and poor fruit set. Water deeply 1–2 times per week and mulch to retain moisture. In NE Florida's summer rainy season, monitor drainage to avoid root rot.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in fertile, well-drained sandy loam; amend Florida's sandy soils with compost before planting. Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer at transplant and side-dress with nitrogen mid-season when fruit begins to set. Rotate crops annually to reduce soil-borne disease buildup.
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Common questions
Is Bell Pepper a good plant for St. Augustine?
Bell Pepper is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 18-36 inches × 18-24 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.