Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000278
11/12/99

Capsicum annuum--Ornamental Pepper - Outdoors


Height: 24 in Spacing: 12 in
Type: annual
Fruits: Black, green, orange, red, yellow

Comments: The brightly colored fruits (Vis. 1) of this
annual are its main ornamental trait. These vary in shape
from oblong to long, narrow, and curved. Some have purple
foliage. The fruits, although edible, may be very hot
when eaten. They may be eaten fresh or they can be dried.

Propagation: Start the seed indoors 6 to 8 weeks before
the desired outdoor planting date. Do not cover the seed.

Cultivars:
'Holiday Cheer'
'Red Missile'

References for Cultivars: Lowell C. Ewart, 1997 Flower
Seed Trials, Michigan State University; White Flower Farm
1997.


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