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This pepper has deep roots in both Chicago and Italy. In 1903 the Napolitano family who were Italian immigrants moved to Chicago and brought seeds from their favorite sweet pepper to plant in their new garden. Soon it was shared with neighbors and became a favorite and a staple in the community it was named after. The bright red, sweet, 4-6” long, thin skinned peppers can be enjoyed red or green. The flavor is very similar to a sweet green pepper. They are great cooked, dried, grilled, fried, or stuffed with sausage. It is fabulous roasted on a grill, once the skin is charred and blackened the flesh is soft and has a delicious smokey flavor. For best results plant in full sun, water well in warm weather, and feed with a liquid or slow-release fertilizer.
Full Sun
Height 18-20"
Spread 18-20"
65-90 Days Average to Maturity
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