Capsicum annuum 'Black Pearl' (Ornamental pepper)

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Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum 'Black Pearl' KAP-si-kum AN-yew-um Common Name: Ornamental pepper Genus: Capsicum

This pepper boasts the most dramatically deep purple-black leaves and fruit imaginable. The vigorous, bushy plants grow to 18 inches tall and almost as wide. Flowers are lilac, and dark black peppers emerge in fall.
Noteworthy characteristics: Leaves start out green and turn black in the sun.
Care: Plant out when soil temperatures are over 60°F.
Propagation: Sow seed at 70°F in late winter.
Problems: Usually problem-free.

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