Olympus – Bell Pepper Seed
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Description
Olympus is a premium F1 hybrid bell pepper variety known for its vibrant color, thick walls, and outstanding flavor. This bell pepper produces large, blocky fruits that ripen to a rich, glossy red, offering a sweet, juicy taste that is perfect for fresh eating, grilling, or cooking in a variety of dishes. Olympus peppers are bred for their high yield, disease resistance, and uniform size, making them a reliable choice for both home gardeners and market growers. With its firm texture and sweet flavor, Olympus bell peppers are ideal for use in salads, stir-fries, stuffed peppers, or roasted as a side dish. This variety thrives in warm, sunny conditions and provides an abundant harvest of high-quality peppers throughout the growing season.
Features:
- Sweet, Juicy Flavor: Olympus bell peppers have a deliciously sweet, juicy flavor with thick, crunchy walls, making them perfect for fresh eating or cooking.
- High Yield: Known for its consistent, high yield, Olympus produces an abundant harvest of large, uniform peppers.
- F1 Hybrid: As an F1 hybrid, Olympus offers excellent disease resistance, improved vigor, and uniformity in fruit size and quality.
- Vibrant Red Color: The peppers ripen to a deep, glossy red, adding a beautiful pop of color to your garden and kitchen.
- Versatile Use: Perfect for fresh salads, grilled dishes, stir-fries, stuffed peppers, or roasted for a flavorful side dish.
- Strong Disease Resistance: Olympus is bred for resistance to common pepper diseases, ensuring healthy, robust plants.
Specifications:
- Growth Cycle: 70–80 days to maturity (from transplant)
- Plant Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil rich in organic matter
- Watering Requirements: Water regularly, particularly during fruit development, to keep the soil consistently moist.
- Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart for optimal growth and air circulation.
- Harvesting: Harvest when peppers are fully ripe and have reached a deep, glossy red color. Can be harvested earlier for a less mature flavor if desired.
- Flavor Profile: Sweet, juicy, and crunchy with a mild, refreshing taste.
- Plant Type: Annual (F1 Hybrid)
