Description

Bred for cool nights and short seasons, King of the North delivers zero heat (0 SHU) bell sweetness where other varieties hesitate. Expect dependable sets and full, blocky fruit even in northern gardens, raised beds, and high tunnels.

Plants are sturdy and compact, typically 18–24 inches tall with a branching, upright habit. Foliage shelters 3–4-lobed bells averaging 3–4 inches across, with smooth shoulders and thick walls that hold up to stuffing and roasting. Fruit ripen from glossy green to deep red on a timeline friendly to shorter summers.

In the kitchen, King of the North is a true multipurpose bell: fresh for salads, stuffed (walls stay firm), and roasted or grilled for sandwiches, pizzas, and pastas. The thick flesh peels cleanly after blistering, ideal for jars of marinated peppers. Diced red bells freeze well for soups and chili when the garden is done.

Selected for northern reliability, King of the North thrives with full sun, even moisture, and moderate feeding. Space generously for airflow, mulch once soils warm, and pick green for maximum yield or let clusters color for peak sweetness. A season-extending staple for growers who want bell pepper flavor without the wait.