Ornamental Pepper

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Shiny black "pearls" of berries that mature to a vibrant red are nestled among striking black foliage. Provides outstanding color contrast as a landscape plant or in containers. Compact, upright form for accent. Prefers well-drained soil. 2006 AAS winner.

Companion Plants

Vinca

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Vinca

Bright, cheerful flowers cover mounds of lush foliage. Great for attracting butterflies to gardens, patio tubs or hanging baskets. This superb summer performer thrives in hot locations near buildings or pavement. Lovely with dusty miller or grasses.

Strawflower

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Strawflower

Beautiful, vibrant flowers dry easily and hold their color well for everlasting bouquets. Combines nicely with baby's breath, statice, and celosia. Deer resistant. Prefers well-drained, neutral to alkaline (sweet) soil in a sunny location.

Marigold

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Marigold

Vibrant flowers bloom above fragrant, highly divided foliage. This fast-growing annual is well-suited for garden's edge, container gardening, or window boxes. Very attractive in combination with blue-spiked flowers. May repel pests. Prefers well-drained soil.

Details

Common name

Ornamental Pepper

Botanical name

Capsicum annuum

Variety

Black Pearl

Zone

Grow as an annual.

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Bloom color

Black

Bloom time

summer

Light

sun

Height

14-36" (36-91 cm)

Habit

mounded

Water

2-3 times per week

Feed

use all-purpose

Maintenance

keep weed-free