Mini Belle Blend

Family: Solanaceae Sweet Pepper

Sweetly aromatic and vividly glossy, Mini Belle Blend peppers ripen in a lively mix of warm reds, sunny yellows, and creamy greens that catch the light like small lanterns.

Their thick-walled, crisp flesh offers a satisfying crunch with a gentle, bell-like sweetness—just enough warmth to keep every bite interesting. Grow them for standout fresh snacking, vibrant roasting, and colorful sauces that look as good as they taste.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 75 DaysHabit: Bush

Botanical illustration of Mini Belle Blend

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 7th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 20th
Harvest Begins	Sep 3rd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

These Mini Belle Blend peppers are built for eating raw—thick walls mean real crunch, and the sweetness doesn’t collapse into mush. When roasted or seared, the flavor turns caramel-sweet with a whisper of heat, perfect for sauces and fajita-style slices that still bite back.

Best Uses

roasting whole until blistered for spoonable charred-sweet flesh
quick sauté or wok toss where the crunch stays intact
fresh snacking—sliced raw for a glossy, crunchy bite
color-forward fajita-style strips and roasting-tray mixed veg

Flavor Profile

gentle bell sweetness sweetly aromatic pepper perfume thick, crisp crunch subtle warmth that lingers juicy but not watery

Kitchen Pairings

garlic olive oil lime feta chicken smoked paprika

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely on Capsicum annuum (mini bell peppers), and how can I control it at home?

Watch for aphids and thrips, which often cluster on new growth and can cause leaf curling or stippling. Spray plants with insecticidal soap, making sure to cover the undersides of leaves, and repeat every 5–7 days for 2–3 rounds. If you see dark, water-soaked spots on leaves or fruit, remove affected parts and avoid wetting foliage; improve airflow and use a copper-based fungicide labeled for peppers if conditions stay humid.

How often should I water Capsicum annuum during the main growing phase?

Water to keep the top 1–2 inches of soil evenly moist but not soggy, especially from flowering through fruit set (roughly mid-season until about day 75). In typical home conditions, this is often about 1–2 inches of water per week total, split into 1–3 waterings, but adjust so the soil drains well and doesn’t stay wet after watering. Mulch helps prevent swings; if leaves wilt at midday but recover by evening, that’s your cue to water more consistently.

How do I tell when these mini bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) are ready to harvest?

Harvest when fruits reach their final mini size and have a firm wall, usually around 75 days from transplanting/starting depending on your schedule. Bell peppers turn from green to their final color as they ripen, so pick when they’ve developed full color and feel heavy for their size with a glossy skin. If you wait too long past full color, they can become softer and less crisp, so check plants every 1–2 days near maturity.