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Purple Beauty Bell Pepper
Pepper
PepperCapsicum annuum 'Purple Beauty'
- Full sun
- Zones 4–11
- 70 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 12" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A stunning ornamental and edible bell pepper that produces gorgeous deep purple fruits that eventually ripen to red if left on the plant. This eye-catching variety combines the classic sweet bell pepper flavor with incredible visual appeal, making it perfect for gardeners who want both beauty and function in their vegetable gardens. The compact plants are ideal for containers and add dramatic color to any garden space.
Planting
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost date. Transplant when soil temperature stays above 60°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 12" apart. Germination: 10-21.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, pepper weevil, flea beetles, cutworms. Common diseases: Bacterial leaf spot, pepper mosaic virus, blossom end rot.