The peppers are round, apple-shaped (hence the name "Alma" meaning apple in Hungarian). They have a sweet flavor with a mild heat, making them suitable for various culinary uses.
Alma paprika peppers are popular for making the spice paprika, but they can also be eaten fresh, roasted, or stuffed. The peppers can be used in salads, pasta, or as a side dish when baked or roasted.
They are an open-pollinated heirloom variety and can be grown in any zone with sufficient sunshine and warm weather. Seeds should be started indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting outdoors after the last frost.
Nutritional Value:
Alma paprika peppers are a good source of vitamins A and C, which are antioxidants, as well as folate and vitamin K.
To prevent common pepper diseases, avoid watering plants at night or on cool, cloudy days. Aphids and flea beetles can be controlled with insecticidal soap.
Peppers can be harvested at any stage, but are best when fully colored and firm. Regular harvesting encourages further fruit production.
| 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 |