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Ornamental Pepper

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

Marigold

Strawflower

Vinca

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Ornamental Pepper

  • Botanical name

    Capsicum annuum

  • Variety

    Black Pearl

  • Zone

    Grow as an annual.

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    14-36" (36-91 cm)

  • Habit

    Mounded

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    Black

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Keep weed-free

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Wanda B.'s collection