Description

Capsicum ‘Palermo’ is an Italian, high-yielding, compact bush. It has long, pointy fruit, which mature from green to red. The flavour is sweet and juicy. This variety has a good storage life and can be grown in containers.
Capsicums are a perennial plant in frost-free areas but will produce less fruit in subsequent years. They are usually grown as annuals in western Sydney. Capsicums can be overwintered in a warm, sheltered spot such as a greenhouse, in front of a north-facing wall or on a sunny, north-facing verandah or balcony.
Viable seeds can only be collected from mature fruit. Leave the fruit on the plant, where possible, until it has matured before being edible. However, seed can most easily be collected from mature fruit while preparing food for eating.