Black Olive Ornamental Pepper
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Black Olive Ornamental Pepper |
| Botanical Name | Capsicum annuum 'Black Olive' |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Annual |
| Mature Height | 15 to 18 in |
| Mature Width | 10 to 12 in |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Bloom Color | Purple |
| Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
| Bloom Period | May to June |
| Seasonal Interest | Summer, Fall |
| Foliage Color | Dark Purple |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Dark Purple |
| Attributes | Decorative Fruit, Drought Tolerant |
| Attracts Butterflies | No |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 10 to 11 |
| Zoned for KC Region | No |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Annuals planted in containers should be watered by soaking the soil well and not watered again until the surface is dry about 1/2" down. This is on average every 2-3 days. Planted in the ground, annuals will need frequent watering when first planted, but |
| Fertilize Notes | Most annuals are grown for their flowers and need a high phosphorus fertilizer like 10-20-10. They should be fertilized monthly. Or fertilize every 2-3 weeks if using a liquid feed program. |