Capsicum Annuum (Hungarian Black Chilli)
Capsicum Annuum (Hungarian Black Chilli)
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Capsicum Annuum (Hungarian Black Chilli) is a striking chilli variety valued for its dark, almost black fruits, attractive foliage and useful level of heat. The fruits typically develop from green to deep purple-black before maturing to a rich red, providing an eye-catching contrast against the plant's green foliage.
Ideal for warm, sunny positions, pots and vegetable gardens, Capsicum Annuum (Hungarian Black Chilli) produces an attractive crop throughout the warmer growing season. The fruits can be harvested at different stages of maturity and are suitable for fresh cooking, sauces, pickling and preserving.
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Mature height
50–80 cm
Mature width
40–60 cm
Spacing
40–50 cm
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Green foliage; white flowers; green fruit maturing through dark purple-black to red
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring to Summer
Sun tolerance
Full Sun
Maintenance
Moderate; water consistently, fertilise during active growth, and harvest fruit regularly.
Root System
Fibrous and moderately shallow; prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture.