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Black Pearl Ornamental Pepper

Berry

Capsicum annuum 'Black Pearl'

Overview
A stunning ornamental pepper with jet-black foliage and small, round berries that mature from black to red. Winner of the All-America Selections award, this compact plant serves double duty as both landscape accent and edible crop. The berries pack serious heat while adding dramatic color to gardens and containers.
Planting
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant after soil temperature reaches 65°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: low. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 8" apart. Germination: 10-21 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, flea beetles, pepper weevil. Common diseases: Bacterial spot, anthracnose, mosaic virus.