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Hot Ornamental Pepper ‘Peruvian Purple’ Seeds (Certified Organic)

Peruvian Purple is a highly ornamental Pequin-type variety chili.

Availability: In stock

$3.95
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Details

Peruvian Purple is a highly ornamental Pequin-type variety chili, which produces ¾-1" long by ⅓-½" wide purple pods which grow in upright in clusters on the plant. This beautiful plant has dark purple stems, purple/green variegated leaves, and stunning purple flowers. Non-Isolated.

SHU: 5,000 - 7,000

Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!

Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.

Additional Info

Botanical Name Capsicum frutescens
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) 5,000-9,999 SHU
Pepper Color Purple changing to red
Pepper Shape Tapered
Pepper Size Small (under 2in. in length)
Pepper Usage Drying, Fresh (salsa, salads), Roasting
Seeds Per Pack 25