Jimmy Nardello peppers are a variety of Sweet Italian frying pepper that originated in southern Italy. They are known for their rippled skin, sweet flavor, and high yields.
Shape: Long, slender, and tapered, with a conical shape and blunt or pointed tip
Skin: Shiny, smooth, taut, waxy, and glossy, with a rippled texture
Color: Ripen from green to a deep red color
Flavor: Sweet, fruity, and mild, with a complex flavor of apple and sweet pepper
Texture: Crisp, aqueous, and succulent when raw, becoming soft and buttery when cooked
Uses
Can be eaten raw or cooked
Great for frying in olive oil and using as a topping for pizza, pasta, and eggs
Can be added to sandwiches or crusty bread
Can be served with antipasti plates
| Type |
Peppers |
| Family |
Nightshade Family |
| Temperature Soil |
65-80F |
| Temperature Daytime |
70-90F |
| Temperature Evening |
60+F |
| Lighting |
Full Sun, 6-8 Hours/Day |
| Water |
Heavy, 6 Gallons/Day |
| Maturity |
Moderate, 65-85 Days Harvest |
| PH Neutral |
5.5-7.0 |
| Zones |
4A-11B |
| Plant Placement |
6 Plants, 3 Row |