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Capsicum annuum 'Chilly Chili'

Also Known As

  • Chilly Chili Ornamental Pepper

Plant type

shrub, perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 10"-12"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Capsicum annuum 'Chilly Chili' plant details

Capsicum annuum 'Chilly Chili' 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 orange, red and yellow 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 and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Capsicum annuum 'Chilly Chili'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 10 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: compact, container plant, edible, houseplant, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Capsicum annuum 'Chilly Chili'

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Capsicum annuum ‘Chilly Chili’ is a compact ornamental pepper that produces clusters of small, colorful, 2″ long fruit. The peppers are crisp and sweet with just a hint of heat. Ornamental Peppers add a splash of color in the garden, containers or for seasonal decorations. Grow in loose, loamy soil and water regularly for best results. Protect your PRINCE OF PARADISE™ from frost!

Gardening facts about Capsicum annuum 'Chilly Chili' plant

How to Grow Capsicum annuum 'Chilly Chili'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
    • orange
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen

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Plant Type

Shrub, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

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Size

Height: 5'-6'

Width: 3'-4'

  • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

9b-12

Size

Height: 6'-9'

Width: 5'-6'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Annual / Biennial, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

9b-12

Size

Height: 3'-5'

Width: 2'-4'

  • sun
  • regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 8"-14"

Width: 6"-12"

  • sun
  • regular
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Plant Type

Perennial, Annual / Biennial, Fruit / Vegetable

Zones

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Size

Height: 16"-18"

Width: 16'-18"

  • sun
  • regular
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