{"product_id":"col-2ltr-chi-zim-blax1","title":"1 Zimbabwe Black Chilli Pepper Plant, Live Hot Pepper, Grow Your Own Chilli, 2Ltr Root Ball","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZimbabwe Black Chilli Pepper Plant – Live Plant in 2Ltr Root Ball\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eZimbabwe Black is a striking African heirloom chilli pepper prized for both its ornamental beauty and culinary versatility. This exotic variety produces dramatic dark purple-black foliage and compact, bushy growth, making it equally suited as an eye-catching house plant or a productive addition to your kitchen garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe fruits emerge a deep glossy black, gradually ripening to a vibrant red when fully mature. With a medium heat level, Zimbabwe Black chillies are perfect for hot sauces, stir-fries, salsas, and any dish that benefits from a warm, flavourful kick.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis established plant is supplied in a 2Ltr root ball, ready to grow on and produce a generous crop of fresh chillies throughout the summer months. Suitable for beginners and experienced growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x Zimbabwe Black Chilli Pepper Plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eSupplied in a 2Ltr Root Ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eEstablished plant, ready to grow on\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Conditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis easy-to-grow pepper plant thrives on a bright windowsill indoors or in a warm, sheltered spot outdoors. It is well suited to greenhouse growing, containers, balcony displays, or as a patio plant. Plant in well-drained, fertile compost and position in full sun with temperatures above 15°C. A versatile addition to kitchen gardens, allotments, or vegetable plots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater regularly throughout the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eFeed fortnightly with a high-potash fertiliser once flowering begins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003eHarvest when fruits transition from deep black to vibrant red for peak flavour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003ePinch out growing tips early on to encourage bushier growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum annuum 'Zimbabwe Black'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zimbabwe Black Chilli, Zimbabwe Black Hot Pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender Perennial (grown as an annual in the UK)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60–90 cm x 40–60 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, Bushy, Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Containers, Windowsills, Greenhouses, Patios, Kitchen Gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruiting Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid Summer to Late Autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black ripening to Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark Purple-Black Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees and Pollinating Insects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This listing is for the Zimbabwe Black variety. 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