Giuseppe Nardiello

Giuseppe Nardiello is a renowned variety that combines the sweetness and aromatic flavor of Italian selection. This pepper was brought to the United States in 1887 by immigrant Giuseppe Nardiello from southern Italy. Its fruits, up to 20 cm long and weighing up to 250 g, grow curved at the top and often curl, changing from green to bright red when ripe.

The vigorous plants of this variety reach a height of 50 to 70 cm, with a strong central stem that supports the fruits throughout the summer. The Giuseppe Nardiello pepper is known for its excellent cooking properties, earning it a reputation as one of the best varieties for certain culinary techniques.

This variety grows from planting to harvest in approximately 75 days, proving its high yield and consistency. This pepper is a very popular choice among gardeners who appreciate traditional varieties with distinctive flavor characteristics.