Lombardo Sweet Pepper Seeds – Italian Heirloom | Non-GMO, Multi-Use (Capsicum annuum)

Lombardo is a beloved Italian sweet pepper variety with elegant 5–6-inch pendant pods that ripen from green to vibrant red on compact 18–24-inch plants. A true multi-use pepper — excellent for drying, pickling, frying, and stir-frying. Pure, non-GMO seeds passed down over generations. Ready in 70–80 days.

Variety Details

• Species: Capsicum annuum
• Origin: Italy (heirloom)
• Pod Size: 5–6 inches; pendant
• Color Progression: Green → Vibrant red
• Heat Level: Sweet — no heat
• Plant Height: 18–24 inches
• Days to Maturity: 70–80 days
• Type: Non-GMO, heirloom
• Best Use: Drying, pickling, frying, stir-frying

Starting Seeds

• Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost; sow ¼ inch deep
• Germination temperature: 80–85°F — heat mat recommended
• Soak seeds in room-temperature water for up to 24 hours before sowing
• Use organic seed-starting mix; avoid jiffy peat pots or standard potting soil
• Transplant outdoors after last frost when soil is consistently warm
• Harden off over 7–14 days; bring indoors if nights drop below 55°F

Growing Tips

• Full sun; fertile, well-drained soil
• Water 1 inch per week; mulch around base
• Feed with slow-release fertilizer at transplant
• Grows well in 5-gallon containers year-round