| Chilli, Christmas Bell is C. baccatum, was introduced from the Netherlands and is not an heirloom as far as I know. It 's also known as Joker's Hat and also as Balloon , b/c i t's shaped like a bell, but a bell that rings, not the ty pical bell pepper shape we know. Seeds are very available and I've linked below to a Google search for Balloon peppers seeds. Carolyn |
Here is a link that might be useful: Balloon Pepper seeds
| Are you referring to the small (2-3 inch wide, 1-2 inch high) flat red peppers popular with Italians (they sometimes call them Christmas Pepper, other times St Nicholas. [they don't call them St Nicholas in Italy of coruse] If so, they are officially known as Topepo Rosso (red top). They come in both a sweet version and a hot one. Usually they are pickled. I know one is not supposed to promote one's own business, but as far as I know, I am the only one who sells both varieties. Harris seeds used to sell them years ago; not sure if they still do. Harvest Moon Farm may have them but I am not sure. REgards Bill McKay |
Here is a link that might be useful: Seeds from Italy
