How to Grow Revolution Pepper
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Revolution Pepper
Capsicum annuum 'Revolution'
vegetableRevolution is a hybrid bell pepper variety known for its compact, ornamental plant structure and high-yielding production. It produces thick-walled, blocky peppers that ripen from green to vibrant red, making it both functional and visually striking in the garden or landscape.
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Example Revolution Pepper timeline · Pittsburgh, PA (Zone 6b)
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Plant Revolution Pepper
Around Apr 17Near Pittsburgh's average last spring frost.
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Tend & protect
Late spring–summerWatering, feeding, and pest-watch reminders.
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Harvest Revolution Pepper
Around Jun 16≈ 60 days after planting
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Growing Conditions
Soil
Growing Zones
Find your zone →Thrives in zones 3-11; typically grown as an annual; plant after last frost date
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Seedling
2-3 weeksTiny cotyledons emerge, followed by first true leaves. Plant is delicate and requires warmth.
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Maintain soil temperature 70-80°F. Provide bright light (grow lights or sunny window). Keep soil moist but not soggy.
Vegetative/Growth
4-6 weeksRapid leaf and stem development; plant establishes a bushy, compact form. No flowers yet. Foliage is deep green.
Transplant outdoors after last frost when nighttime temps reach 55°F+. Space 18 inches apart. Fertilize with balanced NPK every 3-4 weeks. Pinch growing tips if needed to encourage branching.
Flowering
3-4 weeksSmall white flowers with yellow centers appear at leaf axils throughout the plant. Compact, ornamental branching continues.
Maintain consistent watering and temperature (65-80°F optimal). Mulch around base. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which promotes foliage over flowers. Hand-pollinate if bees are scarce. Keep soil consistently moist.
Fruiting & Growth
4-6 weeksFlowers develop into small green peppers. Plant continues growing and producing new flowers. Early peppers enlarge and thicken-wall structure becomes apparent.
Continue regular watering (1-2 inches weekly). Fertilize with slightly higher phosphorus (e.g., 5-10-10) every 2-3 weeks to support fruit development. Remove early fruits if desired to encourage more later production. Stake or support if needed.
Mature Fruit & Harvest
Until frost or end of seasonPeppers reach full size (3-4 inches long, blocky shape), transition from green to red (or other mature colors). Plant is heavily laden with developing and mature fruit.
Harvest at mature green stage or wait for red color (sweeter, more vitamins). Use pruners to cut fruit, leaving stem on plant. Continued watering and fertilization prolongs production into fall. Remove any diseased fruit immediately.
Companion Planting
Plan your garden →Plant with:
Avoid planting near:
Common Pests
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Spray with water to dislodge; use insecticidal soap or neem oil. Increase humidity. Remove heavily infested leaves.
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Spray with strong water stream; introduce ladybugs. Use insecticidal soap, neem oil, or spinosad for heavy infestations.
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Remove damaged flowers and fruits. Use blue sticky traps. Apply neem oil or spinosad if severe.
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Remove and destroy infested fruit immediately. Use pheromone traps. Apply spinosad if populations are high. Remove plant debris post-season.
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Use yellow sticky traps. Spray with insecticidal soap or neem oil. Remove heavily infested leaves.
Uses
Fresh eating and cooking
CulinaryRevolution peppers have thick, crisp walls ideal for raw eating in salads and slaws. Their substantial structure makes them excellent for roasting, grilling, stir-frying, and stuffing whole. [source]
Preservation
CulinaryThe abundant harvest and sturdy fruit structure make Revolution ideal for freezing, canning, and making pepper jams. They can also be dried for long-term storage. [source]
Vitamin C and antioxidants
MedicinalRed-ripe Revolution peppers are rich in vitamin C, capsaicinoids, and carotenoids, supporting immune function and heart health. Red peppers contain significantly more vitamin C than green peppers. [source]
Ornamental gardening
HouseholdThe compact, bushy form and vibrant red fruits make Revolution visually appealing in landscape beds and containers. It serves as both a productive vegetable and ornamental garden feature. [source]
Pollinator support
WildlifeThe abundant white flowers attract bees and other pollinators, supporting local ecosystem health while increasing your harvest through effective pollination. [source]
This is not medical advice. LizPlants is not a medical resource. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using plants medicinally.
Harvest Tips
Harvest peppers at mature green stage (about 70-80 days) by cutting with pruners 1 inch above the fruit. For red peppers, wait an additional 2-3 weeks. Harvesting regularly encourages more production. Peppers continue to ripen on the plant and reach peak sweetness at red or orange color.
Fun Facts
- 🌱 Revolution is bred to be compact and dwarf, making it ideal for container growing and small spaces, often reaching only 18-24 inches tall while producing abundant peppers.
- 🌱 Peppers are technically berries from a botanical perspective, not vegetables—they develop from the flower's ovary and contain seeds inside the fruit.
- 🌱 Red peppers take longer to mature than green peppers (2-3 weeks extra) but contain 9 times more beta-carotene and are sweeter due to higher sugar content.
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