Corbaci

CORBACI PEPPER (Capsicum annuum)

Transplant | Mid–Late May | Annual

Corbaci peppers are a traditional Turkish heirloom known for their long, slender, twisted shape and exceptionally sweet, mild flavor. The thin-skinned peppers can grow up to 10–12 inches long, curling into elegant shapes that add both beauty and productivity to the garden.

With virtually no heat, Corbaci peppers are prized for their tender texture and rich sweetness. They are excellent for frying, sautéing, grilling, and fresh eating, and are especially popular in Mediterranean cuisine.

Highly productive and easy to grow, Corbaci pepper plants produce abundant harvests of long, delicate peppers throughout the warm growing season.

Growing Details

Spice Level: Sweet / No Heat
Scoville Heat Units: 0 SHU
Harvest: Harvest when peppers are light green and long for best tenderness, or allow to ripen red for added sweetness
Plant Spacing: 2 ft
Sun: Full sun
Cold Tolerance: Warm-season crop; plant after danger of frost

Garden Companions

Best planted with:
Basil, tomatoes, onions, carrots, oregano

Benefits:
Companion plants attract beneficial insects and support healthy garden growth.

Avoid planting near:
Fennel, which may inhibit pepper growth.

Pro Growing Tips

• Harvest young for the most tender texture and sweetest flavor
• Thin skins make these peppers ideal for frying and quick cooking
• Allow some to ripen red for deeper sweetness
• Thrives in warm soil with consistent sunlight

Health Highlights

Vitamin-rich peppers
Corbaci peppers provide vitamins A and C along with beneficial antioxidants.

Low-calorie nutrient boost
Adds sweetness and flavor to dishes while remaining low in calories.

Antioxidant support
Colorful peppers contain beneficial plant compounds that support overall wellness.

Pre-order now for productive summer transplants ready for planting after the last frost.