Healthy Sweet Valencia Pepper Plant
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Sweet Valencia Pepper Plant

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$34.49
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  • Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 18 - 24 Inches
  • Mature Spread 18 - 24 Inches
  • Growing Zones 8 - 10

Sweet Valencia is the perfect bell pepper for cooking and storing. This Pepper is thick walled, juicy, sweet, and has a gorgeous pumpkin color when fully ripe. The 4-inch, blocky fruits take a bit longer to ripen late in the summer, but perfection cannot be rushed. Valencia is rated at 0 Scoville Heat Units and is great for stuffed peppers or used fresh in salads and with dips on a veggie tray. 

Sweet Valencia Pepper Care  

All peppers need heat and sun to develop their full flavor and large fruit. At least 6 hours of full sun and well-draining soil is perfect for encouraging peppers to grow a robust root system. Amend soil with 1 inch of organic compost before planting to give the plants a good start, and water them once or twice a week with a total of one inch of water. Provide extra protection, or wait to plant peppers outside when the nighttime temperatures are below 50 degrees F.  Peppers also will not fruit or ripen if the temperature is over 95 F. 

Growing Sweet Valencia Pepper

Sweet Valencia will begin ripening 70 days after transplanting and provide harvests of individual fruit from late July to September. Provide short stakes or cages for the plants early on to prevent branches from breaking under the weight of the heavy fruits. Space Sweet Valencia 24 inches apart when planting in a raised bed or in the ground. Growing peppers in an unheated greenhouse or hoop house will extend the season, allowing them to be planted earlier and producing fruit later in the season. 

Containers are a great way to grow peppers in a small space or on a patio or deck. Ensure that the pot has excellent drainage and a diameter of at least 12 inches. Use a soil-based potting mix that has perlite added for extra drainage. Fertilize container-grown peppers every two weeks with a diluted fish or seaweed extract. Stop fertilizing when fruits begin to form. 

Watering Sweet Valencia Pepper 

Allow the top 2-3 inches of soil to dry between waterings. Watering with one inch of water once or twice a week will help the roots grow deeper and stronger. Avoid wetting the foliage and use drip irrigation or soaker hoses for watering instead of overhead spraying if possible.

Feeding Sweet Valencia Pepper 

Amend the planting area with 1-2 inches of compost before planting peppers. Feed with a diluted liquid seaweed or fish emulsion every two weeks until the first fruit begins to form. Fertilizers formulated for tomatoes or roses may be used as an alternative to organic feeds.

Sweet Valencia Pepper Plant Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 8 - 10
Plant Type: Edible Plants
Light Exposure: Full Sun (At Least 6 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 18 - 24 Inches
Mature Spread: 18 - 24 Inches
Spacing: 24 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): None
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: N/A
Watering: Average
Resists: N/A
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Birds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Low Maintenance
Brand: Goodness Grows
Common Name: Sweet Valencia Pepper Plant
Other Name(s): Sweet Valencia Pepper
Scientific Name: Pepper 'Sweet Valencia'
SKU:
1231004982-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.