Pepper, Bulgarian Carrot
Pepper, Bulgarian Carrot (Capsicum annuum ‘Bulgarian Carrot’)
Bulgarian Carrot pepper is a vibrant heirloom chili known for its bright orange, carrot-shaped fruits and crisp, juicy texture. Despite its playful appearance, it delivers a solid medium heat paired with a surprisingly sweet, fruity flavor. Highly productive and early to mature, it’s a standout variety for fresh eating, pickling, and adding color to the garden.
Key Characteristics
Sweet, fruity heat with crisp texture
Bulgarian Carrot peppers offer a balanced heat (around 5,000–30,000 Scoville units) with a noticeable sweetness and bright, citrusy undertones. The flesh is crisp and juicy, making it excellent for fresh salsas, snacking, and slicing. Its flavor stands out among medium-heat peppers for its complexity.
Distinctive orange fruits for visual appeal
The slender, tapered fruits resemble small carrots, ripening to a vivid orange that adds striking color to both garden beds and harvests. This makes it a great choice for market growers and gardeners looking to diversify visual appeal alongside productivity.
Excellent for pickling and fresh use
Thanks to its firm texture and balanced heat, Bulgarian Carrot is especially well-suited for pickling. It also performs well in sauces, stir-fries, and raw preparations where both color and flavor can shine.
Early, high-yielding plants for reliable production
This variety is known for early maturity and heavy yields. Plants are vigorous and continue producing throughout the season with regular harvesting, making them a dependable option for consistent harvests.
- Native range: Bulgaria (heirloom variety)
- Plant life cycle: Annual
- Sun requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Medium, well-drained, fertile
- Mature height: 24–30 inches
- Bloom time: May – August
- Bloom color: White
- USDA Hardiness zones: Grown as an annual in all zones
For best results, grow in full sun with consistent moisture and fertile soil. Harvest when fruits reach full bright orange for peak sweetness and flavor, and pick regularly to keep plants producing heavily.
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Description
Pepper, Bulgarian Carrot (Capsicum annuum ‘Bulgarian Carrot’)
Bulgarian Carrot pepper is a vibrant heirloom chili known for its bright orange, carrot-shaped fruits and crisp, juicy texture. Despite its playful appearance, it delivers a solid medium heat paired with a surprisingly sweet, fruity flavor. Highly productive and early to mature, it’s a standout variety for fresh eating, pickling, and adding color to the garden.
Key Characteristics
Sweet, fruity heat with crisp texture
Bulgarian Carrot peppers offer a balanced heat (around 5,000–30,000 Scoville units) with a noticeable sweetness and bright, citrusy undertones. The flesh is crisp and juicy, making it excellent for fresh salsas, snacking, and slicing. Its flavor stands out among medium-heat peppers for its complexity.
Distinctive orange fruits for visual appeal
The slender, tapered fruits resemble small carrots, ripening to a vivid orange that adds striking color to both garden beds and harvests. This makes it a great choice for market growers and gardeners looking to diversify visual appeal alongside productivity.
Excellent for pickling and fresh use
Thanks to its firm texture and balanced heat, Bulgarian Carrot is especially well-suited for pickling. It also performs well in sauces, stir-fries, and raw preparations where both color and flavor can shine.
Early, high-yielding plants for reliable production
This variety is known for early maturity and heavy yields. Plants are vigorous and continue producing throughout the season with regular harvesting, making them a dependable option for consistent harvests.
- Native range: Bulgaria (heirloom variety)
- Plant life cycle: Annual
- Sun requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Medium, well-drained, fertile
- Mature height: 24–30 inches
- Bloom time: May – August
- Bloom color: White
- USDA Hardiness zones: Grown as an annual in all zones
For best results, grow in full sun with consistent moisture and fertile soil. Harvest when fruits reach full bright orange for peak sweetness and flavor, and pick regularly to keep plants producing heavily.
