Product Description
The Jimmy Nardello pepper is a beloved heirloom variety known for its exceptional sweetness, rich history, and versatile culinary uses. Originally brought to the United States from Southern Italy in 1887 by the Nardello family, this pepper has become a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike.
With its long, slender, wrinkled shape and deep red color when fully ripe, the Jimmy Nardello pepper boasts a sweet, fruity flavor with no heat, making it perfect for fresh eating, sautéing, roasting, or drying for a rich, smoky powder. It measures 0 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), meaning it has no spiciness at all—just pure, natural sweetness.
Its thin skin and tender flesh allow it to caramelize beautifully when fried, earning it a reputation as one of the best frying peppers available. A prolific producer, this early-maturing pepper thrives in a variety of climates, producing abundant harvests throughout the season. Whether you're growing it in a home garden or using it in gourmet dishes, the Jimmy Nardello Sweet Italian pepper is a must-have for those who appreciate bold flavor and heirloom quality.
Our plants are Grown the Natural Way: no pesticides, no synthetic fertilizers, and we only use all-natural fertilizers such as worm castings and fish emulsion.
Plants are approximately 4 to 6 inches tall and are shipping in 3 inch pots.
Reviews
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Thanks Exotic Pepper Nursery!
The Jimmy Nardello pepper plant I received was well-packaged and healthy upon arrival. It grew well in a container on my patio, producing a good number of sweet, flavorful peppers. The taste is exceptional—sweet with a hint of smokiness, perfect for grilling. However, I noticed the plant required staking earlier than expected due to its heavy fruit load.
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Excellent pepper plant
I purchased the Jimmy Nardello live plant from Exotic Pepper Nursery, and it exceeded my expectations. The plant arrived healthy and acclimated quickly to my garden.
