When you plant a packet, some will turn out gold or orange and others will be red, purple, or ivory. Most start out green and are tasty as soon as they reach full size; a few weeks later, their full ripe color will show. These are all classic big bell hybrids: California Wonder, Diamond, Golden California Wonder, Orange Sun, and Purple Beauty.

• Sun: full sun
• Sowing method: indoor sow
• Days to maturity: 70 days
• Height: 18-24 inches
• Spread: 12 inches