Bell Pepper 'Merlot'

Capsicumannuum

Family
Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
Species
annuum (AN-yoo-um)
Synonym
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Other Details
Other details
Propagation Methods
Full Sun
Seed Collecting
Days to Maturity
Soil pH requirements
Heat (Pungency)
Fruit Shape
Fruit Size
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Fruit Color
Disease Resistance
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Seed Type
Foliage Color
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Early (55-68 days)
Mid (69-80 days)
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Kirkland, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
1
neutral
0
negative
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Kirkland, WA (Zone 8b) | April 2011 | positive

Grew Merlot bell peppers in a wine barrel planter on our deck last year and were thrilled with their performance. Strong prolific plants ...Read More

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | November 2005 | neutral

A 5 x5 inch purple to red bell.

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