A stunning heirloom beauty with purple heat and bold flavour.
Bring dramatic colour and delicious heat to your garden with Black Hungarian Peppers—a striking heirloom hot pepper known for its deep purple‑black fruits, lavender blossoms, and excellent culinary versatility. These peppers mature from glossy black to rich red, offering a medium heat level with a smoky‑sweet undertone that shines in salsas, pickles, roasts, and fresh dishes.
Sun: Full sun (6–8+ hours)
Soil temperature: ≥ 24–27 °C for strong germination
Sow depth: ¼ in
Spacing: 18–24 in between plants; 24–36 in between rows
Mature plant height: 24–30 in
Watering: Moderate—even moisture, avoid over‑watering
Fertilizer: Prefers rich soil; feed lightly during flowering
Days to maturity: 70–80 days
Sow 6–8 weeks before last frost at 24–27 °C. Transplant after hardening off when nights are consistently warm.
Plant in full sun once frost risk is gone. Mulch around plants to conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperature.
Harvest young black fruits for crisp, mild heat or wait for full red maturity for maximum flavour.
Select a pot ≥12 in deep (10–15 L). Peppers thrive in warmth—choose the sunniest spot available.
Black Hungarian pepper plants grow robust and bushy, producing clusters of glossy purple fruits accented by stunning violet blossoms. Expect a steady supply of colourful, flavourful peppers perfect for cooking, preserving, and fresh snacking.
