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Black Pearl Pepper is a gorgeous addition to any garden. This is a stunning variety from Mexico and worth growing. Pods start as shiny black pearls and change to spicy red when ripe. This beautiful plant has dark purple, almost black, semi-glossy leaves. The plants are exceptionally heat and drought tolerant, grow really well in a pot to about 20 inches, and are easy to maintain. While these peppers are typically used for ornamental purposes, they are edible and have a surprising heat level and slight salty taste. Non-Isolated.
SHU: 30,000
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Capsicum annuum |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 15 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
| When to Sow | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Plant Spacing | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | N/A |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
| Soil pH Requirements | 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Days to Harvest | 80-90 |
| Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
| Heat (Scoville Heat Units) | 25,000-49,999 SHU |
| Pepper Color | Purple changing to red |
| Pepper Shape | Round |
| Pepper Size | Small (under 2in. in length) |
| Pepper Usage | Ornamental (not recommended for eating) |
| Seeds Per Pack | 20 |
