Species
Capsicum annuumPepper17 other cultivars
‘Sweet Banana’Sweet Banana Pepper
‘Poblano’Poblano Pepper
‘Early Jalapeno’Early Jalapeño
‘Golden California Wonder’Golden California Wonder Pepper
‘Serrano’Serrano Pepper
‘Cajun Fire’Cajun Fire Pepper
‘Chile de Arbol’Chile de Arbol
‘Lunchbox Red’Lunchbox Red Pepper
‘Hot-chi Mama’Hot Chile Pepper
‘Fresno’Fresno Pepper
‘Mama Mia Giallo’Mama Mia Giallo Pepper
‘Purple Beauty’Purple Beauty Bell Pepper
‘Squirrel Defeater Spring’Squirrel Defeater Pepper
‘Jimmy Nardello's Italian Frying’Jimmy Nardello's Italian Frying Pepper
‘Shishito’Shishito Pepper
‘Michigan Wonder’Michigan Wonder Sweet Pepper
‘Alma’Alma Paprika Pepper
The Story
Plant Bio
Compact and prolific plants producing small, sweet bell peppers.
Yum Yums Hybrid offers a mix of colorful small peppers that are perfect for snacking.
Uses & Benefits:
Essentials
At a Glance
Plant Type
Fruit Vegetable
Height
20 inches
Width
12 inches
Light
Full Sun
Zones
9, 10
Water
Moderate
Humidity
Average
Lifespan
Tender perennial, grown as an annual
Native To
Central and South America
Toxicity
Non-toxic
Bloom period
Mid-summer – Late summer
In flower about 2 months of the year
Planting
How to Grow
- Tuck seeds ¼ inch deep into moist soil in early spring.
- Mist cuttings regularly to maintain humidity and encourage rooting.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
- Water consistently to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
- Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with a balanced vegetable fertilizer.
- Harvest when peppers are firm and reach desired color, usually 60-90 days.
Pro Tip
Use well-draining soil and provide full sun for best fruit production.
Keep It Thriving
Care Guide
Do
- Water deeply once a week 🌱
- Use a balanced fertilizer during the growing season
- Provide full sun for optimal growth
Don't
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot ❌
- Don’t plant in shady areas
- Refrain from using high nitrogen fertilizer late in the season
Seasonal Care Calendar
| Task | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Fertilize | ||||||||||||
| Harvest | ||||||||||||
| Pest Check | ||||||||||||
| Plant | ||||||||||||
| Stake |
Watch Out For
Pests & Diseases
Common Pests
Common Diseases
In the Garden
Landscape Uses & Companions
Landscape Uses
Companion Plants
Multiply
Propagation Methods
Good to Know
Common Questions
Yum Yum Peppers questions
What zones can Yum Yum Peppers grow in?
Yum Yum Peppers is hardy in USDA Zones 9–10. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.
Is Yum Yum Peppers deer resistant?
Not reliably. Deer may browse Yum Yum Peppers, especially tender spring growth — plan on repellents or fencing where pressure is high.
When does Yum Yum Peppers bloom?
Yum Yum Peppers typically blooms in mid-summer through late summer. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.
Does Yum Yum Peppers need full sun?
Yum Yum Peppers does best in full sun (6+ hours).
More Capsicum to compare
Sweet Banana Pepper
Capsicum annuum 'Sweet Banana'
Poblano Pepper
Capsicum annuum 'Poblano'
Aji Amarillo
Capsicum baccatum 'Aji Amarillo'
Early Jalapeño
Capsicum annuum 'Early Jalapeno'
Golden California Wonder Pepper
Capsicum annuum 'Golden California Wonder'
Serrano Pepper
Capsicum annuum 'Serrano'
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