Paradeisfrüchtiger Gelber
The Paradeisfrüchtiger Gelber is a sweet, tomato-shaped yellow pepper cultivar of Capsicum annuum from Eastern Europe. It produces medium-sized, ribbed, flat-round fruits that ripen from green to deep yellow-orange with thick, firm flesh and a sweet-aromatic flavor. Also known as Tomatenpaprika, it has zero heat and is prized for fresh eating and as a colorful bell pepper substitute.
Paradeisfrüchtiger Gelber, translating to 'yellow tomato-fruited pepper,' is an heirloom sweet pepper that resembles a wrinkly heirloom tomato more than a typical bell pepper. The plants grow to about 60-70 cm tall with a bushy, upright habit and dense foliage. Fruits are medium-sized, weighing 100-160 g, with thick walls, a crunchy texture, and prominent ribbing. They start green and mature to a vibrant deep yellow or yellow-orange. Flavor is distinctly sweet and aromatic, similar to a high-quality bell pepper, with no pungency. This variety is early-ripening and suitable for open-field or greenhouse cultivation in temperate climates. It is moderately productive and valued by seed savers and home gardeners for its unique appearance and reliable sweetness. The pepper can be eaten raw in salads, stuffed, or used as a cooked vegetable side dish.
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An heirloom variety originating from Eastern Europe, preserved by organic seed organizations such as Arche Noah and popular in German-speaking regions for its distinctive tomato-like shape and reliable sweetness.
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Sweet and aromatic, reminiscent of a premium bell pepper with a fresh, crunchy bite.
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