Capsicum baccatum 'Peridot'

Also Known As

Bishop's Crown Pepper

Plant type

shrub, perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

9a-12

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Capsicum baccatum 'Peridot' plant details

Capsicum baccatum 'Peridot' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable or shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Capsicum baccatum 'Peridot'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Capsicum baccatum 'Peridot'

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A wonderful not-too-spicy pepper for cool Summer areas! One ofPam Peirce’s top picks – it produces a good-sized crop of about 30-50 UFO-shaped 2” wide fruits on a 4’ tall plant. With the seeds and ribs removed, the pepper has a bright, sweet, appley taste that is quite delicious! With the seeds left in, it is a respectably spicy pepper for hot salsa, chili, or pickles! Wonderful raw on salads, stuffed and baked, or dried for later – it’s an extremely versatile and surprisingly showy veggie. Sets fruit in late Summer for Fall harvest.