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

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