Annuals – Ornamental Peppers

Ornamental peppers 

Botanical name: capsicum annuum 

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: up to 4 ft in height with up to a 2 ft spread 

Bloom time: blooms edible but non-culinary peppers in the summer-fall 

Hardy zone: zones 9-11

Foliage color: green 

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in first growing season 

Pruning instructions: deadhead as needed

Propagation methods: propagate by division or seed sowing 

Landscape use: annual flower beds, container plants 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: drought tolerant, produces edible but non-flavorful vegetables 

Watering instructions: water when the top 1-2 inches of soil have dried 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam or potting soil 

Companion plants: marigolds, cilantro, parsley, dill, lettuce

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans but moderately toxic for pets if the leaves or stems are ingested 

Invasive species: no