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About this seed
Purple Flash is an ornamental pepper (Capsicum annuum, family Solanaceae) grown for its foliage: almost-black leaves splashed with bright purple, and creamy white on new growth. It forms a low mound about 33–38 cm tall.
Also known as: Chili pepper, Mirchi (Hindi), Milagai (Tamil), Mulaku (Malayalam), Chile (Spanish), Piment (French), Peperoncino (Italian), Pimenta (Portuguese), Chili (German), Prik (Thai).
Leaves, fruit and size
- Almost-black leaves with bright purple and occasional creamy white flashes
- Height 33–38 cm, spread 48–53 cm, mounded habit
- Small, glossy black peppers that are extremely hot
- Used in borders, mixed containers and decorative plantings
Sow into soil at 18–35 °C
Start the seed indoors 6–8 weeks before the last frost. Seedlings appear in about 8–9 days when the soil is 25–35 °C; 18–35 °C is the soil range that suits pepper germination, so keep the tray inside it until the first leaves show. Cover the seed with about 6 mm of seed-starting mix.
These figures are typical for the species (emergence was measured with seed about 13 mm deep); they are not a test of this lot.
Planting out
Transplant after frost has passed, 46–51 cm apart, in full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging, which leads to root disease.
When it colours up
Full leaf colour and fruit come about 10–12 weeks after transplanting.
Pepper seed usually stays usable for about 2 years when kept cool, dark and dry, so you can sow some and keep the rest. That is a general figure for the species; we do not state a germination percentage.
FAQ
Can I eat the peppers?
We do not recommend it. The fruit is extremely hot, and this variety is grown for its looks rather than for cooking.
Does it suit a container?
Yes. At 33–38 cm tall with a 48–53 cm spread it fits a mixed container or the front of a border.