Hot Palette Ornamental Pepper Variegated Leaves- New Rare Unusual **Latin Name:** Capsicum annuum **Leaf Color:** Leaf color is a colourful variegated green and white. **Size of Fruit:** The small elongated, pointed fruit measure about 6 x 55mm. **Color of Fruit:** The Hot Palette Pepper is described as having fruits that change color as they mature. They start as purple and ripen to various colors including orange, yellow, and red. This variety is known for its striking and colorful appearance. **Flavor Characteristics:** Hot Palette Pepper has a sweet and spicy flavor profile, which suggests a combination of sweetness and heat in the taste. They are very hot and will add plenty of heat to curries, pickles and chutneys. Scoville Heat Units 98,000. **Plant Size** Short compact bushy plants really load up on long thin pods. **Other Interesting Facts:** The Hot Palette Pepper is known for its ornamental value in addition to its culinary uses. It produces a range of colorful peppers on the same plant, making it visually appealing in gardens and on patios. The peppers can be used for both decorative purposes and in cooking. =u=u==u==u=u=u==u=u==u==u=u=u=u=u=u=u= The Uchu Cream pepper (Capsicum annuum 'Uchu Cream') is The Uchu Cream pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a rare and ornamental variety from Japan. This compact, dwarf plant grows to about 20–30 cm (8–12 inches) in height, making it well-suited for containers or small gardens. Its leaves are variegated, featuring a mix of cream and green, adding decorative value. The pepper produces slender, conical fruits about 5 cm (2 inches) long. These fruits start off cream-colored and gradually turn through shades of yellow, orange, and finally red as they mature. The plant is highly decorative due to this vibrant color transition. In terms of flavor, the fruits have a medium heat level, with a Scoville rating between 5,000 and 15,000 SHU, making them comparable to mild to medium-hot peppers. The peppers can be eaten fresh or dried. It is typically a mid-season variety, requiring full sun and about 80–90 days to harvest after transplanting. The Uchu Cream pepper is often grown for both its culinary and ornamental appeal? Interestingly, the Uchu Cream pepper is also known for its ornamental value, as the colorful fruits are quite attractive and can be used to add visual interest to gardens, patios, and balconies. It is also a rare and relatively hard-to-find variety, making it a prized addition to any pepper lover's collection. Start Peppers indoors 10-14 weeks prior to last frost. Transplant to 4 inch pots when true leaves appear. Requires hardening. Transplant seedlings 24-36 inches apart in well-draining loamy soil. Water regularly. Harvest peppers with gloves when deep red and wrinkled =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=ss==s=s=ss==ss=s==s=s=s=s Seed Shipping: Free to US and Canada Low Shipping fee- no matter how many seeds you order! Add this item to your cart and keep shopping- at https://www.bonanza.com/booths/Greenoakie =s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s=s Shipping of Seeds and Cuttings: Orders are shipped via Canada Post Mail unless otherwise specified. Some items are shipped without tracking to keep costs low. This is the most economical option. Canada Post is incredibly reliable, but can be slow. If you require tracking or a faster delivery please message before ordering. We try to ship any live plants on MONDAYS or TUESDAYS as a precautionary measure to avoid delays over the weekend and ensure the viability of live plant orders. Weather may be a contributing factor in the processing of our orders and will occasionally cause some delay. We will ship seeds anywhere in the world, however, please make sure you check with your country's customs office to be sure that they are allowed in. We will not be held responsible for orders held, confiscated and/or destroyed by customs. Please note this and make sure you understand before you buy it. If you have a question or if you are unclear about shipping policies please contact us. We welcome questions! Contact us before, after, or during any transaction and you will receive a reply ASAP. Thanks for visiting! Don't forget to bookmark us!