Plant Information

Mad Hatter Pepper

All-America Selections Winner

Louisiana Super Plant

Growing Information:
Culture Guidelines
Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Capsicum baccatum

Hardiness Degree: 40°F (4.4°C)

Blooming Season: Summer

Plant Habit: Mounded, Upright

Characteristics: Culinary Use

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Every two weeks

Spacing: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)

Height: 36 - 48" (91 - 122cm)

Width: 36 - 48" (91 - 122cm)

Exposure: Sun

General Information: Crunchy, crisp peppers have an unusual shape and a sweet flavor when eaten green or red. Get a touch of heat when grown in hot and dry climates, but still remain sweet.

Grower Information:

Type : Hot

Heat : 1 - mild

Class : Unique disc

Habit : Extra large, vigorous

Fruit Color : Green to red

Growth : Indeterminate

Fruit Size : 2-3.5 in./5-9 cm long x 2-2.5 in./5-6 cm wide

Days to maturity from transplant (green) : 65-70

Days to maturity from transplant (ripe) : 85-90

  • Flat-disc peppers are crunchy and crisp, with a delicate floral scent and rich flavour that intensifies/sweetens as it matures.
  • In hot, dry climates, a small number of fruit will have a touch of heat close to the seed cavity, but fruit wings are always sweet.
  • Best in-ground with support.
  • All-America Selections National Winner.