Capsicum Seeds - Purple Flash
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
4 - 9
HEIGHT
13 - 15 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
BLOOM COLOR
Black
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Moist, well-drained, pH 5.5 - 5.8
DEER RESISTANT
No
HOUSE PLANT
Yes
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Ornamental Pepper (Capsicum Annuum Purple Flash) - Bring some rich, dark colors to your front borders and containers when you grow ornamental pepper seeds. Purple Flash ornamental peppers are striking with their coloration; new leaves can have white and green and with maturity, the leaves turn purple and finally dark purple.MORE ORNAMENTAL PEPPER OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
72 - 76F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
5 - 7 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No, not until emergence
DEPTH
Cover seed lightly with course vermiculite
SOWING RATE
1 - 2 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep seeds moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
18 - 20 inches
Ornamental Pepper (Capsicum Annuum Purple Flash) - Bring some rich, dark colors to your front borders and containers when you grow ornamental pepper seeds. Purple Flash ornamental peppers are striking with their coloration; new leaves can have white and green and with maturity, the leaves turn purple and finally dark purple. The small round fruit are purple and then red, and they are hot. Purple Flash Capsicum plants are well-formed and need no pinching to create a well-branched, full plant that brings a wonderful contrast to lighter green foliages and colorful flowers.
Start ornamental pepper seeds indoors in small pots. Cover the flower seeds lightly and keep moist. Place a piece of clear plastic over the pots to help hold in moisture and create a humid environment. Place the pots in an area where the temperatures are consistently in the 70s. Once the Capsicum seeds germinate and sprouts are visible, remove the plastic and place the pots in a very bright window that has at least 6 hours of light per day. The ornamental pepper plants can be transplanted after about 8 week of growth.
Common Questions
What are some good companion plants for capsicum?
Plants such as nasturtiums, marigolds, oregano, cilantro, marjoram, chives, borage, basil are all great companion plant choices for capsicum.
Are any wildlife attracted to the capsicum plants?
Yes, birds are commonly attracted to these plants.
Will deer eat my plants?
No, deer tend to avoid capsicum plants.
Can I grow indoors?
Yes, peppers make surprisingly good houseplants. Give them lots of light from a south facing window, keep evenly moist and fertilize regularly.
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