Capsicum Californian Wonder

CAPSICUM ‘Californian Wonder’ Vegetable Seeds

Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum

• Packet size: 1 gram

• A classic heirloom capsicum producing large, blocky fruits with thick walls and excellent flavour.
• Sweet, crisp flesh ideal for stuffing, roasting, grilling and fresh use.
• Reliable, high-yielding plants suited to home gardens and market growers.
• Performs best in warm, sunny conditions with consistent moisture and feeding.
• Open-pollinated variety—perfect for seed saving.

Plant Details

• Plant Type: Warm-season annual vegetable
• Height: 60 – 80 cm
• Fruit Size: Large, blocky (8 – 12 cm)
• Fruit Colour: Green turning to bright red
• Days to Harvest: 75 – 90 days from transplanting
• Heat Level: Sweet (0 Scoville)
• Pollination: Open-pollinated (heirloom)

Sowing Information

• Sow When (Australia):
  • Cool: Start indoors August – November
  • Temperate: September – December
  • Subtropical: August – January
  • Tropical: All year (best in drier seasons)
  • Arid: August – December
• Germination Time: 10 – 20 days
• Germination Temperature: 20 – 30°C
• Sowing Depth: 5 – 8 mm
• Sow Where: Raise seedlings in trays; transplant when weather is consistently warm.
• Spacing: 40 – 50 cm between plants; 60 – 80 cm between rows
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Rich, well-drained soil with good organic matter; pH 6.0 – 7.0

Growing Tips

• Transplant only after frost risk has passed and night temperatures stay above 12°C.
• Mulch to retain soil warmth and moisture.
• Feed regularly with compost, seaweed solution or balanced fertiliser for strong growth.
• Water deeply and consistently to prevent blossom-end rot.
• Staking may be required as large fruits develop.
• Harvest regularly to encourage continuous fruit production.

Harvest

• Harvest green for a mild flavour or allow to fully ripen to red for maximum sweetness.
• Excellent for stuffing, roasting, grilling, salads and fresh use.

When to Sow Capsicum ‘Californian Wonder’ in Your Climate (Australia)