What should I look for when choosing a variety of bell pepper? Of course, the yield and the conditions under which this crop should be grown. Experienced gardeners know: some varieties are not suitable for growing in open ground because of their thermophilicity, others have high demands on air humidity, third varieties are quite productive, but completely unsuitable for certain regions, and the fourth can be grown in open ground, but ripen they are too late. Today we offer to talk about the best grades of pepper, suitable for different growing conditions and regions of Russia!
Early varieties: Big Mom
Let's start with the early varieties, which will allow for a short time - about 70-120 days - to get a high yield. Almost all of them are ideal for outdoor use.
Among the best varieties of sweet pepper Big Mom. It can be grown directly in the open air, or can be planted in a greenhouse. The bush is semi-spreading, its height can reach one meter. Gardeners say: Big Mom is a good combination of excellent taste, bright color and early ripening. This variety was recently bred, and not even 10 years have passed. In 2012, the variety was officially registered in the State Register.
The main advantages of the variety include its yield, because with just one square meter you can collect more than 7 kg of fragrant and juicy fruits. Another reason Big Mom is one of the best varieties of pepper is its resistance to diseases and pests. In addition, this species tolerates cold well and quickly recovers from temperature shock. The fruits grow quite large, often the mass of one pepper is 200 g. The flesh is juicy, the wall thickness can reach 12 mm. The universal purpose of the variety is also pleasing: it retains its taste even after heat treatment, and is ideal for canning and freezing for the winter.
Merchant
Among the best varieties are pepper Merchant. It is ideal for those summer residents who are not ready to wait a long time for the harvest. From the appearance of seedlings to ripe fruits, it usually takes about 110 days. The height of an adult bush can reach 85 cm. The fruits of this variety are drooping, quite large: the mass of one is about 100 g. The shape of the peppers is regular, pyramidal. In the stage of biological ripeness, the variety Merchant has a saturated red color. Its flesh is incredible juiciness and aroma, contains a large amount of vitamins and sugars, and therefore it is recommended for fresh consumption. However, the Merchant is suitable for canning and stuffing.
Mid-season varieties
The growing season of mid-season varieties of sweet pepper is usually not more than 130 days. This species is characterized by prolonged bearing.
Swallow
Gardeners call the Swallow the best grade of pepper in this category. Why is this variety recognized as the undisputed favorite of gardeners? Firstly, its fruits are incredibly fleshy, sweet and very large. They are suitable for natural use and for the preparation of workpieces. Secondly, the Swallow is highly resistant to diseases and pests.
The average weight of one fruit is about 70-100 grams, conical thick-walled peppers in their technical ripeness have a light green hue, when fully ripened they turn red. Summer residents recommend removing the first fruits of the variety in the stage of so-called technical ripeness, and all the rest - only after full ripening. In no case do not plant the Swallow next to hot peppers, otherwise the pulp of the fruit may become bitter.
Siberian format
The list of good varieties of peppers for greenhouses contains the Siberian format. Its main advantage is truly huge weight: a vegetable grown in a greenhouse can weigh about 500 grams! The height of the bush is 80 centimeters, on one it can grow up to 15 fruits. The average yield is 4-5 kg - and this is in the open ground! The variety is capricious, demanding on soil and sufficient watering.
Atlant
Speaking of the best varieties of sweet pepper, one cannot fail to mention the tall variety Atlant. Perhaps his main advantage can be considered the ability to harvest twice. In the event that you hurry with seedlings, then make sure of this. Summer residents note: the second time Atlant bears fruit as generously as the first. The total weight of one pepper averages from 110 to 165 g, but there are also real champions: the weight of some fruits can reach 400 g.
From one square meter, you can collect about 4-5 kg of fragrant fruits for universal use. Mistresses say that Atlant is ideal for fresh consumption, as well as for preparing blanks for the winter.
Varieties for Siberia
Sweet pepper comes from hot countries, and therefore he prefers a moderate warm climate. However, Siberian gardeners learned not only to grow peppers, but also to get good crops. The Siberian summer is short, so it is better to pay attention to early or mid-early species. There are many varieties of peppers for Siberia. We’ll talk about the best right now.
Dandy
This variety was bred by breeders of Western Siberia. Goldfinch belongs to the early period of maturation. The plant is characterized by low growth - up to 50 cm, the shape of the vegetables is cylindrical, the color is dark yellow, the thickness of the pulp is on average about 7 mm. The weight of one fruit is about 200 g. Why is this variety so loved by summer residents? The thing is that it combines excellent commercial qualities, high productivity and bright appearance. The dandy peppers are universal: they are equally well suited for their natural use and the creation of real culinary masterpieces.
Fat toss
Fertility and productivity are the main characteristics of this variety. The height of the bushes can reach 60 cm. Tolstosum forms about 15 large fruits, the weight of each can reach 250 g. Since the variety was bred in Siberia, it is resistant to frost and grows well in open ground. The thickness of the pulp of pepper is usually about 8 - 10 mm, it is very sweet and juicy in taste. By the way, these fruits contain a high amount of vitamin C.
Tolstosum is characterized by high productivity: about 5 kg of fruits can be harvested from one square meter, suitable for both canning and fresh consumption.
Golden calf
Speaking about the best varieties of pepper for open ground, it is impossible not to say about the yellow fruit variety, which belongs to the category of medium early. Like Tolstosum, the Golden Calf was bred in Siberia, and therefore ideal for cultivation in this region. Gardeners note that with proper agricultural technology, at least 3-3.5 kg of saturated orange fruit can be harvested from one square meter. The shape of the peppers is cuboid, the wall thickness is usually not less than 7 mm, but can reach 20 mm. On average, one pepper weighs 200 g, and the first fruits often weigh 500 g! Golden Taurus is great for making salads, preserves and fresh consumption.
Sweet chocolate
Want to grow something unusual on your summer cottage? We suggest that you turn your attention to a variety of peppers called Sweet Chocolate. Its fruits have a rich dark brown hue, but the flesh is red. Peppers are incredibly juicy, sweet, well suited for preservation. In reviews of Chocolate, gardeners say: peppers are not very large, thick-walled, oily. Bushes can grow up to 80 cm, the fruits are pyramidal, with a smooth rounded tip. By the way, even with heat treatment, Chocolate does not lose its unusual color!
Varieties suitable for the Moscow Region: Gold Medal
Gardeners of the Moscow Region know: the climate of this region is very changeable, and therefore you should choose those varieties of pepper that tolerate a sharp change in temperature. Among the best varieties of peppers for the suburbs is the Gold Medal. Ripened fruits have a pleasant color, ranging from pale green to amber green. The length of one pepper reaches 22 cm, the weight is usually about 75 g. The disadvantages of the variety include the presence of spots on the fruits and a dense skin with a thickness of up to 0.05 mm. Among the advantages are high yield and the possibility of growing in unprotected soil.
Belozerka
Judging by the reviews, Belozerka also belongs to the best varieties of bell pepper. Summer residents say the following about him: this is a quality standard that has been tested by time. The variety belongs to mid-season, it is resistant to various diseases. The height of the bushes is usually about 50-80 cm. Belozerka is characterized by high productivity. The shape of the fruit is conical, the weight of one ripe vegetable is 80-100 g. During ripening, the color of the pepper changes from light green to yellow, and in the final stage of maturity Belozerka acquires a rich red tone. The variety is not afraid of pest attacks and temperature extremes, which means that it can be grown directly in the garden.
Winnie the Pooh
This variety was bred in 1981 by a breeder from the city of Shakhty, Rostov Region. It can be attributed to early ripening: from the first germination to the appearance of the fruits of technical maturity, about 100 days pass. Winnie the Pooh is suitable for planting on ordinary beds and in greenhouses.
The bush is quite compact, its height does not exceed 25 cm. The shape of the fruit resembles sharp cones, at the time of full ripening Winnie the Pooh acquires a bright red color. The weight of one vegetable is 50 g, the length usually reaches 10 cm. The taste of pepper is juicy, sweet, so it is simply indispensable for use in cooking and canning. Why do gardeners call Winnie the Pooh the best grade of pepper for open ground? It is resistant to diseases, for example, verticillin wilt, it does not affect aphids. In addition, peppers of this variety are well stored and no less well tolerate transportation.
Hybrid varieties
Let's say right away: seeds of hybrid varieties cannot be used for further planting, and therefore consumables will have to be purchased annually. Of course, the question may arise: why do gardeners choose hybrids? The answer is simple: they are highly resistant to disease, have a high yield, and the fruits reach incredible sizes.
Among the best varieties of seeds of bell pepper should be called Marinkin tongue. Pepper of this variety was bred in Dnepropetrovsk. Perhaps its main advantages include high productivity and resistance to adverse climatic conditions. That is why it is ideal for outdoor cultivation. The height of the bush is small, usually it does not exceed 70 cm. Due to the fact that at the same time up to 15 fruits can grow on the bush, the Marinkin tongue needs a garter. The average weight of one ripe vegetable is 200 g, but summer residents say that with proper care, you can get fruits with a lot of weight. This variety owes its name to its form: outwardly, peppers are really similar to the tongue of dark cherry color. The only drawback of the variety can be called a short shelf life.
Triton
Want to grow more than 50 juicy and fragrant peppers on one bush? We advise you to pay attention to the variety Triton, belonging to the category of superearly. Like the Marinkin tongue, it is resistant to bad weather, for this reason it is chosen by gardeners of the Moscow Region and the South of Siberia. Productivity practically does not depend on the region: about 50 or more fruits can grow on one bush at once. Vegetables are not very large, on average, their weight is 100-150 g. The shape of the peppers is regular, conical. Triton is ideal for processing. Technical ripe fruits have a yellow tint, biological ones - juicy red.
Atlantic
Among the best varieties of peppers, according to summer residents, the Atlantic hybrid. It was received by Dutch breeders, but it also took root in domestic latitudes. In shape, it resembles a prism with three faces, the length can reach 20 cm, and the mass can be up to 150 g. As the fruits ripen, the green fruits become bright red. Vegetable growers note delicious taste: the flesh of the Atlantic is thick, juicy, the aroma is rich and fresh. Pepper is the best suited for vegetable salads, winter preparations and real culinary masterpieces.
Late-ripening varieties: Heracles
For southern latitudes, varieties should be selected whose full maturity is about 140 days. Among the best varieties of pepper are Hercules seeds. Pepper has a neat cuboid shape, a mass of about 250 g and a juicy red color. A ribbed surface is allowed. The pulp of Hercules is incredibly juicy, fleshy. Culinary experts say that due to their versatility, these peppers are great for stewing, canning and making fresh salads. The only limitation is the large size of vegetables.
The advantages of the variety include resistance to diseases that are affected by the nightshade family, for example, the tobacco mosaic virus. Heracles well tolerates the vagaries of the weather. Pay attention - pepper bushes of this variety will need support!
Yellow bell
One of the most unusual varieties of sweet pepper can be called the Yellow Bell. The name fully reflects the appearance of vegetables - they look like an inverted golden dome. The surface of the peppers is glossy. The height of the bushes varies from 70 to 80 cm. Among the advantages - resistance to diseases and insects. The fruits are universal: from the Yellow Bell, you can cook salads, homemade preparations.