Capsicum annuum (Paprika) Antalya BIO – Strong, Productive and 100% Organic

Capsicum annuum (Bell Pepper) Antalya BIO is a vigorous and reliable organic bell pepper variety known for its high yield, excellent flavor, and strong growth. This certified BIO variety is grown according to organic standards and is ideal for anyone who wants to garden healthily, sustainably, and enjoy a delicious flavor. The peppers are long, slender, and slightly curved—a typical Turkish type—with a mild, sweet flavor and deliciously aromatic flesh.

Characteristics of Capsicum annuum (Paprika) Antalya BIO

The Paprika Antalya BIO is a graceful, medium-sized pepper with thin but firm walls and a very pleasant flavor. The fruits are typically light green to yellowish-green and turn a warm red when fully ripe. This variety is ideal for both open ground and greenhouse cultivation and also thrives in large pots.

Key Features:

• Type: Organic bell pepper / Capsicum annuum

• Certification: BIO / organically grown seeds

• Taste: Sweet, mild and aromatic

• Fruit color: Light green → warm red

• Fruit shape: Elongated, slender and slightly curved

• Fruit length: 15–20 cm

• Plant height: 60–100 cm

• Location: Sunny, warm and sheltered

• Harvest period: July – October

• Suitable for: Greenhouse, open ground, large pots

Care and cultivation of Paprika Antalya BIO

Capsicum annuum Antalya BIO is strong, vigorous, and easy to grow. As an organic variety, it's ideal for gardeners who want to avoid chemicals and harvest healthily. The variety responds well to warmth, plenty of light, and organic fertilizers.

Cultivation advice:

• Sowing: Sow indoors from February to April at 20–25°C.

• Prickling out: After the first true leaves have appeared.

• Planting out: After mid-May or as soon as night temperatures remain above 10°C.

• Soil: Airy, humus-rich and well-drained – compost is ideal.

• Water: Water regularly and evenly; avoid drought dependence.

• Nutrition: Organic fertilizer or compost tea encourages healthy growth.

• Support: Due to the length of the fruits, light support may be useful.

• Sun: At least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day for optimal yield.

In pots (minimum 12 litres) Antalya BIO grows compact but productive, ideal for the patio or balcony.

Taste & use in the kitchen

Antalya Organic bell peppers are loved for their mild, sweet, and slightly aromatic flavor. The slender, elongated pods are exceptionally versatile in the kitchen and pair perfectly with Mediterranean, Turkish, and Middle Eastern dishes.

Applications:

• Fresh: In salads, sandwiches, wraps or as a healthy snack.

• Stir-frying: The thin walls make the pepper ideal for stir-fry dishes.

• Grilling and roasting: Gives a more intense flavour and soft texture.

• Filling: Its shape makes it ideal for stuffing peppers with rice, bulgur or vegetables.

• Preserving: Perfect for making pickled peppers or chutneys.

• Soups and sauces: Provides a natural sweetness without being overpowering.

Thanks to organic cultivation, it is an ideal variety for conscious consumers who appreciate healthy, unsprayed peppers.

Benefits of Capsicum annuum (Paprika) Antalya BIO

1. 100% organic: Free from chemicals and suitable for organic cultivation.

2. High yield: Many long, slender fruits with consistent quality.

3. Sweet taste: Mild, aromatic and suitable for countless cuisines.

4. Strong plant: Good resistance and growth vigour, even in cooler climates.

5. Widely applicable: Suitable for greenhouses, open ground and pots.

6. Ornamental value: The long, elegant fruits give a decorative appearance to the garden or balcony.

Conclusion

Capsicum annuum (Bell Pepper) Antalya Organic is an excellent choice for the organic home gardener looking for a productive, healthy, and flavorful bell pepper. The slender, sweet fruits are versatile, and the plants grow vigorously and reliably, even without chemicals. Whether you have a greenhouse, a garden bed, or a pot on your balcony, with Antalya Organic you'll enjoy a bountiful harvest of beautiful, healthy bell peppers.