Yellow Sweet Pepper Plant – Astor Conical Variety

This Astor conical sweet pepper is a high-yielding variety that produces an abundance of stunning yellow bell pepper fruits throughout the summer months. A prolific and reliable cropper, Astor is well suited to patios, greenhouses, kitchen gardens, and containers, making it a versatile choice for growers of all experience levels.

Supplied as a garden-ready live plant in a 2 litre root ball, this sweet pepper is ready to plant out straight away — no seed sowing or potting on required. An ideal choice for beginners and seasoned gardeners alike who want to enjoy fresh, home-grown sweet peppers with minimal fuss.

Features

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• High-yielding Astor conical variety producing vibrant yellow sweet peppers

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• Supplied as a garden-ready live plant in a 2 litre root ball

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• Compact, bushy growth habit — perfect for pots, containers, grow bags, raised beds, and borders

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• Equally suited to greenhouse, polytunnel, balcony, windowsill, or sheltered outdoor growing

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• Harvest period from July through to October

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• Beginner-friendly and easy to grow
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Growing Tips

Plant outdoors in a warm, sunny, sheltered position after the last frost has passed. Water regularly and apply a high-potash liquid feed fortnightly once fruits begin to form. Pinch out the growing tip at around 20 cm to encourage bushy, productive growth and a heavier crop.

Cultural Information

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• Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum 'Astor'

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• Common Names: Sweet Pepper, Bell Pepper, Yellow Pepper

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• Classification: Half-Hardy Annual

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• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 40–60 cm x 30–45 cm

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• Growth Habit: Compact, Bushy, Upright

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• Fruit Type: Conical Yellow Sweet Pepper

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• Perfect For: Pots, Containers, Grow Bags, Raised Beds, Greenhouses, Polytunnels, Patios, Kitchen Gardens

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• Harvest Period: July to October

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• Planting Position: Full Sun, Warm and Sheltered

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• Watering: Regular — keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged

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• Feeding: High-potash liquid feed fortnightly once fruits begin to set

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• Supplied As: 1 x Live Plant in a 2 Litre Root Ball, Garden Ready
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What You Will Receive

You will receive one live Astor yellow sweet pepper plant supplied in a 2 litre root ball. The plant is garden ready and can be planted directly into its final growing position, container, or grow bag upon arrival.

Notes: This sweet pepper plant is a living product. Please plant or pot on as soon as possible after delivery to ensure the best results. Appearance may vary depending on the time of year and growing stage at the point of dispatch.