{"product_id":"california-wonder-red-pepper","title":"California Wonder Red Pepper","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Wonder Red is a time-tested, classic bell pepper variety prized for its large, blocky fruits, thick walls, and sweet, crisp flavour. Plants are sturdy, productive, and reliable, making this one of the most popular bell peppers for home gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFruits begin green and mature to a rich, glossy red with excellent flavour for fresh eating and cooking. This variety performs well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBotanical name: Capsicum annuum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrowth habit: Upright and bushy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSun: Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSpacing: 45-60 cm (18-24\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContainer friendly: Yes; grows well in pots and patio planters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupport: Generally not required; light staking may help with heavy fruit load\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFruit and Harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Wonder produces large, 3-4 lobed bell peppers with thick, crunchy flesh and mild sweetness. Fruits are typically ready to harvest approximately 70-80 days from transplant, once fully red and firm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFresh slicing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStuffed peppers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRoasting and grilling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFreezing and preserving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy Buy a Starter Plant?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStarting with an established plant provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFaster establishment and earlier harvest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReliable yields in containers and garden beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReduced risk compared to direct seeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrown With Care\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, producing strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWell suited for: home gardens, patios, families, and anyone looking for a dependable, sweet red bell pepper.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolia Bloom Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46223051129003,"sku":null,"price":3.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9824\/9131\/files\/p64_18378ad4-c7fb-488d-9058-507b6312bada.jpg?v=1771536610","url":"https:\/\/petroliabloomco.com\/products\/california-wonder-red-pepper","provider":"Petrolia Bloom Co. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}