Banana Pepper

Banana peppers are long, tapered, waxy-skinned fruits that ripen from pale yellow through orange to red, with a mild, slightly tangy flavor and crisp texture. Sweet varieties carry virtually no heat, making them a popular choice for pickling, sandwich toppings, and pizza — pickled banana pepper rings are a pantry staple across North America. The plant is compact and productive, making it well suited to both garden beds and containers.

Days to maturity

60–75 days

Plant height

45–60 cm (18–24 in)

Best use

Pickling, sandwiches, salads

Species

Capsicum annuum

Origin

South America