Lilac Bell Pepper

Lilac is a striking sweet bell pepper with a vibrant lilac-purple hue, crunchy texture, and mild, sweet flavor. Its eye-catching color adds a fresh twist to salads and stir-fries, both raw and cooked.

At a glance

• Type: Sweet bell pepper (Capsicum annuum)
• Heat: 0 SHU (sweet, no heat)
• Color: Vibrant lilac purple
• Texture: Crunchy
• Flavor: Sweet and mild
• Sun: Full sun
• Non-GMO: Open-pollinated heirloom

Best for

• Fresh salads
• Stir-fries
• Colorful crudite platters
• Stuffing
• Ornamental edible gardens

How to grow

Start seeds indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost and transplant into full sun once the soil is warm. The lilac color is most vivid at the immature stage and shifts as the fruit fully ripens. Harvest at your preferred color for the look and flavor you want.

Flavor profile

Crisp, juicy, and mildly sweet with the clean taste of a fresh bell pepper.

About MIgardener

MIgardener is a Michigan-based seed company offering affordable, non-GMO heirloom seeds for home gardeners.