Ornamental Pepper Capsicum annuum 'Black Pearl'
Photo courtesy of Ball Seed. 
 
Ornamental Pepper
Black Pearl produces hot, round, black fruit that matures to a dark red. The foliage is glossy black in full sun and high heat.
Height
14-18 Inches 
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Spread
12-16 Inches 
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Interesting Notes
 -  Although typically used for ornamental purposes, the Black Pearl pepper can be eaten and ranks 10,000-30,000 on the Scoville Scale
 
 
    
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USDA Hardiness Zone 9-11
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Great Companions
Mum
(Chrysanthemum Chelsey 'Pink')
 
Aster
(Aster Magic 'Purple')
 
 
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