Plant Details:
Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
Common Name: Annual Ornamental Pepper, Garden or Large Pot
Hardiness Degree: 40°F (4.4°C)
Plant Habit: Mounded
Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance
Fertilize: Every two weeks
Spacing: 18 - 20" (46 - 51cm)
Height: 13 - 15" (33 - 38cm)
Width: 19 - 21" (48 - 53cm)
Exposure: Sun
General Information: Striking flashes of bright purple foliage among the almost-black leaves contrast with small, glossy and black fruit. Very heat-tolerant plants are perfect for mixed containers and in-ground plantings. (Note: Fruit is extremely hot and not recommended for eating.)
Grower Information:
Plug crop time: 4 to 5 weeks
Transplant to finish: 6 to 7 weeks for Autumn finish (no mature fruit)
- Striking colouration and interesting plant architecture enhance gardens and mixed containers through the toughest conditions, including heat.
- Layered, scaffolding habit creates an exotic look.
- Compact, mounded plants are uniform in size across the crop for easy production.
- Best in 6 and 8-in./15 and 20-cm pots, gallons and Mum Pals programs.
NOTE: Fruit is hot.