Ornamental Pepper

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

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About

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

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