Giant Szegedi Paprika Pepper

Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum 'Giant Szegedi'

Also Known As

Pepper 'Giant Szegedi'

Plant type

perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

10a-12

Giant Szegedi Paprika Pepper plant details

Giant Szegedi Paprika Pepper is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable with green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Giant Szegedi Paprika Pepper

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, culinary, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Giant Szegedi Paprika Pepper

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Originally from the town of Szegedi in Hungary this large, 4-7" long, 2-3" wide paprika sweet pepper is a prolific producer. Up to 8-12 fruits with abundant, sweet flesh! Great for stuffing & frying. The peppers change color from pale yellow to deep orange when fully ripe, but can be eaten at any time. Verticillium wilt disease resistant. Plant in a warm sunny spot with rich soil. To 3' tall & 2' wide.