Sweet Pepper 'Sweet Chocolate' (Capsicum annuum) Seeds
- Sweet block pepper with a chocolate-brown skin and red flesh.
- Open-pollinated seeds - seed packet containing approx. 10 seeds.
- Early maturing sweet pepper variety with a compact growth habit and reliable yields.
€2.59
Description
The sweet pepper 'Sweet Chocolate' is a sweet, block-shaped pepper with an unusual chocolate-brown skin and deep red flesh. This rare colouring makes it a real eye-catcher not only in the garden bed but also creates striking contrasts in the kitchen. When sliced open, the intense red interior is particularly decorative, for example in salads or on antipasti platters.
When peppers turn dark - a variety with an exceptional colour
Despite its name, the sweet pepper 'Sweet Chocolate' has no chocolate flavour at all. The name refers solely to the dark, coffee-brown outer skin of the ripe fruits. In terms of taste, it impresses with a mild sweetness and a full, slightly earthy aroma that clearly sets it apart from classic red block peppers.
Sweet, juicy and surprisingly versatile in the kitchen
The blocky, slightly elongated fruits have a smooth surface, usually two to three chambers and a relatively thick, juicy wall. When eaten raw they are particularly crisp and aromatic, but they also retain their shape well when grilled, fried or stuffed. The unusual combination of brown skin and red interior always creates a striking visual accent.
Early maturing and reliable even in temperate summers
As an early to mid-season variety, 'Sweet Chocolate' reliably ripens its fruits even in cooler or less sunny summers. The plants grow compact and robust, usually reaching a height of around 60 to 90 cm, making them suitable for cultivation outdoors, in the greenhouse and in larger containers on balconies or terraces.
Plant profile
| Plant type | Container plant, Herbaceous plant |
|---|---|
| Use | Container plant, Vegetable |
| Lifecycle | Annual |
| Species | Solanaceae |
| Seed propagation | konventionell |
| Region of origin | South America |
| Characteristics | Needs darkness to germinate, Not winter-hardy |
| Eventual height | 40-80 cm |
| Flower colour | White |
| Flowering months | July, June, May |
| Main harvest | August, July, September |
| Fruit colour | Braun |
| Fruit form | blockförmig |
| Root system | Heart roots |
| Winter hardiness zones | 12 (10 bis 15 °C) |
Growing instructions
| Sowing depth | 0.5 cm |
|---|---|
| Germination temperature | 22-28°C |
| Germination time | 1-2 weeks |
| Soil type | Free-draining, Humus-rich, Nutrient-rich |
| Sunlight | Full sun |
| Water requirement | High, Medium, No waterlogging |
| Nutrient requirements | Heavy feeder |
| Planting distance | 40 cm |
| Good companion plants | Basil, Carrots, Knoblauch, Lettuce, Marigold, Onions, Parsley, Spinach |
| Bad companion plants | Beans, Beetroot, Fennel, Kohl, Peas |
Sowing and care
Sowing & care of the sweet pepper 'Sweet Chocolate'
Sowing of the sweet pepper 'Sweet Chocolate' takes place from February to March in pre-cultivation at a warm, bright location. The seeds are sown shallowly and only lightly covered with growing medium. At constant temperatures of around 22 to 25 degrees, they germinate within one to two weeks.
After pricking out, the young plants develop quickly and can be planted in a sunny, sheltered position once the risk of frost has passed. A nutrient-rich soil as well as an even supply of water and nutrients promote healthy growth and an early, abundant harvest.
Other names
Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
German: Paprika, Gemüsepaprika, Blockpaprika
English: sweet pepper, bell pepper, Sweet Chocolate pepper
French: poivron, poivron doux, poivron Sweet Chocolate
Italian: peperone, peperone dolce, peperone Sweet Chocolate
Spanish: pimiento, pimiento dulce, pimiento Sweet Chocolate
Dutch: paprika, zoete paprika, Sweet Chocolate paprika
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