Pepper Seeds – Hot - Purple Tiger

Purple Tiger Hot Peppers are a dazzling blend of ornamental charm and culinary heat. The compact plants display showy green, white, and purple leaves, while the small, pointed peppers ripen from purple to red with a strong, spicy bite. Ideal for containers, borders, or garden beds, these peppers add a splash of color and plenty of heat to your growing space — and your kitchen. Plant Characteristics Height: 12–18 inches Growth Habit: Compact and bushy Fruit Type: Small, tapered peppers, ¾ to 1 inch long Days to Maturity: 75–85 days Hardiness: Warm-season annual Flavor and Culinary Uses Flavor: Hot with a sharp, immediate heat and slightly fruity undertones Culinary Uses: Great for salsas, hot sauces, chili oils, and pickling. Also used decoratively in edible arrangements or dried as spicy ornamental peppers. Companion Planting Tips Good Companions: Basil, carrots, onions, and marigolds Avoid Planting Near: Fennel or corn, which may reduce pepper growth Bonus Benefit: Bright variegated foliage and flowers attract pollinators, and the plants help deter pests in mixed beds Common Issues and Solutions Color Fading: For best color, grow in full sun and avoid excessive nitrogen Slow Start: Start indoors and transplant after danger of frost — peppers need warm soil to thrive Aphids or Spider Mites: Check the undersides of leaves regularly and use neem oil or insecticidal soap if needed Seeds Per Packet 125mg Approximately 23 250mg Approximately 45