Bishop’s Crown Pepper Seeds (Capsicum baccatum) Unique three-cornered fruits with mild heat. Fruity flavor great for stuffing or pickling. High-yielding and ornamental

Minimum: 10+ Seeds

Mildly Spicy | Uniquely Shaped | Great for Pickling & Stuffing

Stand out in the pepper patch with the Bishop’s Crown, a fun and flavorful heirloom known for its distinct three-lobed shape, like a bishop’s ceremonial hat. These peppers offer a mild heat with a fruity, tangy bite that shines in pickling jars, stuffed appetizers, and fresh salsas. Highly productive and eye-catching, this variety doubles as an edible ornamental in any garden.

🌟 Why Grow Bishop’s Crown Peppers?

• 🔔 Unique 3-Cornered Fruits – Add visual flair to your harvest

• 🌶️ Mild Heat – Great for those who enjoy flavor without intense spice

• 🫙 Versatile in the Kitchen – Delicious when pickled, grilled, or stuffed

• 🌼 High-Yielding & Ornamental – Looks great in garden beds or containers

• ☀️ Heat-Loving & Easy to Grow – Performs well in warm climates

🧑🍳 Kitchen Uses:

• Pickle whole or sliced for a crisp, zesty snack

• Stuff with cheese, rice, or sausage and roast for flavorful bites

• Add a sweet-heat twist to stir-fries, salsas, or hot sauces

• Use fresh in salads or charcuterie boards for visual appeal

📊 Planting & Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Capsicum baccatum

• Scoville Heat Units: ~1,000–5,000 (mild to medium heat)

• Life Cycle: Annual in most climates

• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days from transplant

• Light Requirements: Full sun

• Mature Height: 24–36 inches

• Fruit Size: 1.5–2.5 inches wide

• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

🌱 Growing Tips:

• Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost

• Transplant after danger of frost has passed and soil is warm

• Requires consistent warmth—ideal for containers or hotbeds

• Stake if needed to support heavy yields

• Harvest when fruits are fully red and firm for best flavor

🔥 Fun, Flavorful, and Full of Character

Whether you’re looking for a mild pepper with personality or a colorful conversation starter, Bishop’s Crown brings it all, high yields, culinary flexibility, and garden charm. Perfect for foodies, pepper collectors, and home gardeners alike!