Description

Plant Characteristics:

• Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
• Height: Approximately 14 cm (5.5 inches)
• Foliage: Dark green leaves with distinctive purple veins, adding an elegant touch to your garden.
• Flowers: Beautiful purple blooms that attract pollinators and enhance the aesthetic appeal of the plant.

Fruit Description: The Black Hungarian pepper produces elongated fruits that start as green, transition to a glossy black, and finally mature to a vibrant red. These peppers are typically about 10 cm (4 inches) long and have a mild heat level, rated at around 2,500 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). Their unique color and shape make them not only delicious but also visually appealing in salads, salsas, and other dishes.

Growing Instructions:

• Light Requirements: Full sun is essential for optimal growth.
• Soil Preferences: Prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic pH of 6.0 to 6.8.
• Watering Needs: Keep the soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging.
• Spacing: Space plants approximately 12-18 inches apart to allow for healthy growth.

Cultivation Tips: Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost date. Transplant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Ensure proper hardening off by gradually acclimating seedlings to outdoor conditions over several days.

Culinary Uses: The Black Hungarian pepper is versatile in the kitchen. Its mild heat and sweet flavor make it ideal for fresh salsas, roasted dishes, or even as a colorful garnish. Whether used raw or cooked, these peppers add both flavor and visual appeal to your culinary creations.