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Capsicum annuum 'Midnight Fire'

Also Known As

  • Midnight Fire Ornamental Pepper

Plant type

shrub, perennial, annual / biennial, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-20"

planting zones

  • 10a-12

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Capsicum annuum 'Midnight Fire' plant details

Capsicum annuum 'Midnight Fire' is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable or shrub with burgundy and purple foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge followed by red fruit. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 'Midnight Fire'

Plant type: annual / biennial or perennial fruit / vegetable or shrub
Plant family: solanaceae
Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen burgundy and purple
Mature size: 12 IN - 20 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, edible, houseplant, tropical-looking, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Capsicum annuum 'Midnight Fire'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Capsicum annuum ‘Midnight Fire’ is a striking ornamental pepper that displays bright red peppers above deep, purple-black foliage. Forms an upright, well-branched plant. 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 'Midnight Fire' plant

How to Grow Capsicum annuum 'Midnight Fire'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Foliage Color

    • burgundy
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Texture

    • glossy
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