Sweet Red Bell Peppers

What does it mean when a mature pepper is green and begins turning black? Does it turn black before red? Should I pick it?

1 Comment (Open | Close)

1 Comment To "Sweet Red Bell Peppers"

#1 Comment By Cathy On 07/21/2011 @ 9:07 am

No, a mature green pepper should turn red. Do pick it and cut out the black area, that indicates it’s been damaged, probably from an insect pest. The rest is still edible.

Article printed from Gardening Know How Questions & Answers: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com

URL to article: https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com/sweet-red-bell-peppers/

Have any questions about this topic? Visit us at https://questions.gardeningknowhow.com to ask your questions and get friendly answers from gardening experts.

You can also find us at:
'Like' us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gardeningknowhow
Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/gardenknowhow - @gardenknowhow
Follow us on Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/gardenknowhow/