Capsicum — Yolo Wonder seeds
Yolo Wonder Capsicum is closely related to the California Wonder Capsicum, but has increased disease resistance and produces thicker foliage which is said to better protect the fruit from sunburn. Yolo Wonder Capsicum produces fruit of up to 10cm long that ripens from green to red as it matures. This variety can grow up to 60cm (you may need a stake to support the plant as it grows!) and is a heavy producer. Fruit can be eaten green if you prefer a more bitter capsicum or let the fruit turn bright-red for a sweeter capsicum. Yolo Wonder Capsicum prefers a sunny location, but can handle partial shade. Plant Yolo Wonder Capsicum in well-draining, fertile soil.
UNTREATED. OPEN-POLLINATED. HEIRLOOM.
Capsicum annuum | 30 seeds per packet
Start in seed trays in a protected area (indoors or inside a greenhouse) or sow direct in garden beds or pots. Yolo Wonder Capsicum can be grown all year around in some climates*, but best sown when the temperatures are consistently above 25°C. Sow seeds 4mm deep. Keep soil moist. Transplant seedlings out when they have reached 10cm high after the last frost. Leave 40 to 60cm between transplanted seedlings or seeds, and approximately 80 to 100cm between rows of Yolo Wonder Capsicum. Germination occurs within 10 to 20 days. Yolo Wonder Capsicum reaches full maturity within 70 to 110 days.
*Sowing times may vary depending on your climate. See our planting guide for Yolo Wonder Capsicum below.
Cool Climates: September to December
Temperate Climates: August to December
Arid Climates: September to May
Subtropical Climates: August to March
Tropical Climates: January to December