Bell peppers begin at an immature green, but will change color as they ripen. If they remain on the plant, they will mature into a full ripe color. This time on the plant along with its color change, allows the flavor to become sweet.
Each bell pepper color has a different flavor, with red being the sweetest.

No, bell peppers don’t have capsaicin which is the chemical that causes the burning sensation. Bell peppers are considered sweet peppers.

Yes, with the right conditions bell peppers can produce more after the first harvest. Regularly harvesting the fruit will help promote a healthier plant meaning more peppers being produced. They may even continue producing as temperatures start to drop towards the first frost. Bell peppers prefer warm weather, so as the temperature decreases, so may the quality of the plant and fruit.

Bell pepper seeds can be harvested from the pepper and saved for another planting season. Remove the stem from a ripe pepper. Then, cut it in half lengthwise. Use a knife to scrape the seeds out of the pith. Spread out the seeds in a well ventilated area and allow them to dry for several days. Store your pepper seeds in a cool dark place to plant another season.