Reliable non-Hybrid sweet pepper seeds

[redser]

Hi,
I'd like to get away from using Hybrid seeds if possible so I can save seeds. I wonder can you recommend varieties that crop well in UK/Ireland and produce viable seeds?

I've grown Gypsy and also Denver which were hybrids and were excellent. I picked up a pack of California Wonder but have read mixed things about them.

Thanks a lot

[Bren In Pots]

I grow and over-winter my California Wonder and they seem to do well.

[Fleurisa]

You wouldn't need to save seed from California Wonder as they are the most given away pepper in magazines. I think I have 3 packets. Mine weren't very good last year. Marconi Rosso was much better for me

[Shroomy]

Have you tried buying sweet peppers from the super market and using them. As far as i know they dont use F1 as not comercialy viable My be way of base here though

[chris]

realseeds have a few that do well in our climate here...

[redser]

I grow and over-winter my California Wonder and they seem to do well.

That's reassuring Bren, thanks.

You wouldn't need to save seed from California Wonder as they are the most given away pepper in magazines. I think I have 3 packets. Mine weren't very good last year. Marconi Rosso was much better for me

Thanks for the recommendation. I don't buy mags

Have you tried buying sweet peppers from the super market and using them. As far as i know they dont use F1 as not comercialy viable My be way of base here though

Thought of that but chances are they are from hotter countries and the varieties would not do as well here. Denver and Gypsy are renowned for doing well in our cooler/duller climates.

realseeds have a few that do well in our climate here...

Thanks Chris, I'll check their site.

[chris]

Np, didn't link on purpose, as I just seem to be singing their praises all the time, and don't want to be accused of being biased

[GardenNinja]

I also buy sweet pepper seeds from realseeds. Orange bell was the sweetest and best tasting although one plant only yields 6-8 fruits (very large fruits!). The best producer for me was Lipstick, which produced even more than my hybrid plants. I grew both outdoor in pots.

[bearded bloke]

Corno di Toro Rosso from Suttons did well for me last year,as did "sweet"mini red from Wilko patio range

[redser]

I also buy sweet pepper seeds from realseeds. Orange bell was the sweetest and best tasting although one plant only yields 6-8 fruits (very large fruits!). The best producer for me was Lipstick, which produced even more than my hybrid plants. I grew both outdoor in pots.

Thanks a lot. Realseeds is exactly what I was looking for. Problem is its 9 pounds delivery outside of UK!!

Corno di Toro Rosso from Suttons did well for me last year,as did "sweet"mini red from Wilko patio range

Thank BB, I'll look for those.

[GardenNinja]

Thanks a lot. Realseeds is exactly what I was looking for. Problem is its 9 pounds delivery outside of UK!!

Wow that is steep! I also recommend Sea Spring seeds if you are interested in Lipstick. I think delivery is £2 within Europe.

[Thelma Sanders]

Try Doux d'Espagne
Doux D'Espagne

always does well for me, you can save the seeds, and it can be overwintered indoors

[Tripmeup]

Hey Redser..
Try Seedaholic, they are Irish based and provide a great service, right down to the presentation and detailed information sheets...
They have some lovely sweet peppers including Corno do Rosso which I grew last year.

[redser]

Thanks again folks

[chris]

I may be ordering some red- if you fancy splitting a (few) of packs?

I'm sure it won't cost that for me to post on?


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