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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.
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Plant Details
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Common name
Ornamental Pepper
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Botanical name
Capsicum annuum
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Variety
Black Pearl
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Zone
Grow as an annual.
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Light
Sun
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Height
14-36" (36-91 cm)
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Habit
Mounded
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Feed
Use all-purpose
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Water
2-3 times per week
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Bloom Color
Black
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Bloom Time
Summer
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Maintenance
Keep weed-free
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Wanda B.'s collection