Annual
Full sun
Compact plants have semi-glossy, dark purple to true black leaves with pearl-like, bubbly clusters of 1/2" fruits that start out shiny black, eventually maturing to red. Can be grown as an ornamental plant. Peppers are edible but very hot.
25 seeds per packet
Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost. Plant seeds ¼" deep. Seeds germinate in 7-14 days, but could take up to 21 days. Transplant to garden after danger of last frost has passed. Harden off before planting in the garden. Allow for 1' between plants and 3' between rows.