Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000279
11/12/99
Capsicum--Ornamental Pepper - Indoors
Type: house plant
Comments: Ornamental Pepper is grown for its decorative
fruits, especially during the Christmas season. Grow them
in full sun and in any good potting soil. Avoid over-
watering, the plants may be bushier if kept on the dry
side. Light fertilization keeps the foliage from
yellowing, but avoid over fertilization. The plants may
be pinched as necessary to keep them bushy. Once the
plants have fruited they can be discarded. The fruits
should not be eaten because of hotness or possible
pesticide applications. Cold temperatures cause yellowing
and dropping of leaves.
Propagation: Seeds planted in July give fruiting plants
for Christmas.
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