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Purple Flash Ornamental Pepper

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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum

Common Name: Annual Ornamental Pepper, Garden or Large Pot

Hardiness Degree: 40°F (4.4°C)

Plant Habit: Mounded

Characteristics: Drought Tolerant, Colorful/Attractive Foliage, Heat Tolerant, Low Maintenance

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Every two weeks

Spacing: 18 - 20" (46 - 51cm)

Height: 13 - 15" (33 - 38cm)

Width: 19 - 21" (48 - 53cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Striking flashes of bright purple foliage among the almost-black leaves contrast with small, glossy and black fruit. Very heat-tolerant plants are perfect for mixed containers and in-ground plantings. (Note: Fruit is extremely hot and not recommended for eating.)

Grower Information:

Plug crop time: 4 to 5 weeks
Transplant to finish: 6 to 7 weeks for Autumn finish (no mature fruit)

Striking colouration and interesting plant architecture enhance gardens and mixed containers all Summer long.
Layered, scaffolding habit creates an exotic look.
Compact, mounded plants are uniform in size across the crop for easy production.
Best in 6 and 8-in./15 and 20-cm pots, gallons and Mum Pals programs.

NOTE: Fruit is hot.