Grow fresh, crunchy Green Capsicum (Shimla Mirch) right at home. These Bombay Seeds premium-quality seeds produce healthy plants loaded with glossy, thick-fleshed peppers that are perfect for salads, stir-fries, stuffed recipes, pizzas, and everyday cooking. Easy to grow in pots, grow bags, terraces, balconies, and kitchen gardens, these seeds are ideal for both beginners and experienced gardeners. Harvest farm-fresh capsicums packed with flavour, vitamins, and nutrition straight from your garden.
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About Product
Green Capsicum, popularly known as Shimla Mirch or Bell Pepper, is one of the most rewarding vegetables for home gardeners. With its crisp texture, vibrant green colour, and mild sweet flavour, capsicum adds freshness and nutrition to countless dishes. Bombay Seeds Green Capsicum Seeds are carefully selected for strong germination and healthy plant growth, helping you enjoy a productive harvest at home.
Whether you're growing on a balcony, terrace, rooftop, backyard, or kitchen garden, these seeds adapt well to containers and open spaces. Under the right conditions, plants begin producing attractive green peppers that can be harvested fresh and enjoyed in salads, curries, sandwiches, pasta, pizzas, and stuffed recipes.
Our seeds are sourced for quality and consistency, ensuring better germination and vigorous growth. Free from unnecessary chemical coatings, they are suitable for home gardening enthusiasts looking for a natural growing experience.
Key Benefits
Rich in Vitamins & Antioxidants: Naturally rich in Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and antioxidants that support overall wellness and immunity.
High-Yield Harvest: Produces multiple crunchy green capsicums per plant when provided with proper sunlight, watering, and nutrition.
Premium Quality Seeds: Selected for reliable germination, healthy growth, and consistent performance in home gardens.
Beginner-Friendly: Easy to grow in pots, containers, grow bags, balconies, terraces, and backyard gardens with minimal maintenance.
How to Use?
1. Soak seeds in water for 4–6 hours before sowing for quicker germination.
2. Fill seed trays or small pots with a well-draining seed-starting mix.
3. Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep and lightly cover with soil.
4. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
5. Seeds typically germinate within 7–14 days under warm conditions.
6. Once seedlings develop 4–5 true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or garden beds.
7. Maintain a spacing of 30–45 cm between plants for healthy growth.
Growing Requirements
Sunlight: Provide 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for vigorous growth and better fruit production.
Soil: Use fertile, loose, and well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Ideal soil pH is between 6.0 and 7.0.
Watering: Keep the soil evenly moist. Avoid overwatering as it may cause root problems.
Temperature: Capsicum performs best between 20°C and 30°C and prefers warm growing conditions.
Feeding: Apply compost or organic fertilizer every 2–3 weeks to encourage flowering and fruit development.
Support: As fruits develop, plants may benefit from staking to prevent branches from bending.
How to Harvest?
1. Green capsicums are usually ready for harvest 70–90 days after sowing.
2. Harvest when fruits are firm, glossy, and have reached full size.
3. Use clean garden scissors or pruners to cut peppers from the plant.
4. Regular harvesting encourages the plant to produce more fruits.
5. For coloured peppers (red, yellow, or orange), allow fruits to mature longer on the plant.
Yes. Green Capsicum grows exceptionally well in pots, grow bags, and containers. A container with good drainage and at least 10-12 inches depth is recommended for healthy root development.
How long does it take to harvest Green Capsicum?
Under favourable growing conditions, Green Capsicum can usually be harvested within 60–80 days after transplanting.
How much sunlight do capsicum plants need?
Capsicum plants thrive with 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. More sunlight generally results in stronger plants and better fruit production.
Are these seeds suitable for beginners?
Absolutely. Green Capsicum is considered a beginner-friendly vegetable crop and can be successfully grown with basic gardening knowledge and regular care.
Can I grow capsicum throughout the year?
Capsicum prefers warm temperatures and performs best in moderate climates. In many parts of India, it can be grown successfully across multiple seasons with proper care.
