Sweet African Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum)
Grow one of the most loved peppers used across many African kitchens.
Tatashe is a sweet, flavorful red pepper commonly used in stews, sauces, and traditional dishes. This variety produces large, thick-walled peppers that mature from green to deep red and thrive in warm growing conditions.
These seeds come from peppers grown in my garden and are suitable for home gardeners who want to grow African vegetables successfully in the United States.
What You Will Receive
• One packet of Tatashe pepper seeds (15-20 seeds)
• Seeds saved from healthy garden-grown plants
• Suitable for backyard gardens, raised beds, or containers
Seed Starting Basics
Peppers need warmth and patience to germinate well.
Start seeds indoors 6–8 weeks before your last frost date.
• Use a light seed-starting mix
• Keep soil warm (around 75–85°F)
• Provide strong light after germination
• Transplant outdoors once temperatures stay warm
Peppers grow best in full sun and warm soil.
Growing Tips
• Germination usually takes 7–14 days in warm soil
• Transplant seedlings after the danger of frost has passed
• Plants benefit from consistent watering and good sunlight
• Expect peppers to mature and turn red as they ripen
