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Ornamental Pepper Red Onyx Seeds - Vibrant Red Fruits & Stunning Black Foliage, Ideal for Containers & Borders, Edible & Striking Display
$7.99 CAD
Maturity

75 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Medium difficulty
Life cycle

Annual
Grow Zones

9 - 11

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Striking Appearance: Features unique, dark black foliage paired with bright red, shiny fruits that provide a visually stunning contrast in any setting.
  • Growth Requirements: Thrives under 14-16 hours of light per day post-germination; prefers a warm soil temperature of 22°C (72°F) for germination, with optimal growing temperature at 17°C (62°F).
  • Harvest Information: Begins seeding indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost; matures to an ideal height of 18-25 cm (7-10 in) for transplanting into larger pots or directly into the garden.
  • Culinary Uses: Though primarily ornamental, the peppers are edible and can be used to add a colorful and spicy flair to dishes.
  • Environmental Adaptability: Ideal for dramatic mass plantings, containers, and borders; maintains robust growth and fruiting throughout the growing season.

Transform your garden into a vibrant display with our Pepper Red Onyx Seeds. These ornamental peppers are not only a feast for the eyes with their unique black foliage and bright red fruits, but they also offer edible delights for your culinary creations. Ideal for dramatic mass plantings, containers, and borders, they bring a striking contrast to any garden setting.

Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and enjoy the beauty and utility of these peppers as they mature. With regular watering and weekly feeding, you'll see robust growth and fruiting throughout the season. Perfect for gardeners who appreciate both visual appeal and edible rewards, these peppers are a must-have for any garden enthusiast.
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 160
Average germination rate: 85%

Package sizes

  • 15 seeds — 13 plants — covers about 8–10 sq. ft.
  • 50 seeds — 43 plants — covers about 26–34 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Compact, bushy habit with striking black foliage and bright red fruits
  • Height: 25–35 cm (10–14 in)
  • Spread: 20–30 cm (8–12 in)
  • Spacing: 20–25 cm (8–10 in) on center
  • Ideal for containers, edging, and bold mass plantings; edible but primarily ornamental

Choosing a packet size

  • A 15-seed packet is perfect for home gardeners planting a few containers, a compact border, or testing this variety in a small bed.
  • The 50-seed packet suits larger beds, dramatic mass plantings, small market displays, or landscape projects needing a unified, high-impact look.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Start your Pepper Red Onyx seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Maintain a soil temperature of around 72°F (22°C) for optimal germination, which typically occurs in 10-14 days.

Once the seedlings have sprouted, provide them with 14-16 hours of light daily. Transplant the seedlings into 3-inch peat pots when they reach about 5 inches tall. Gradually harden them off by exposing them to outdoor conditions for a few hours each day, increasing the time over a week.

Plant your peppers outdoors when night temperatures are consistently warm, spacing them 14 inches apart. Water regularly and feed with a high-phosphate fertilizer and liquid seaweed weekly to encourage growth and fruiting. Enjoy their ornamental beauty and use the edible peppers to spice up culinary dishes.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

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