Royal Black

Royal Black Pepper Seeds

If you’re looking at the Royal Black chili, you’re about to be in for a treat. These little guys are quite the showstoppers in any garden. Fruit starts off with a deep purple color that’s almost black.  They’ll finally turn a gorgeous crimson red. They’re small fruit, just under an inch in diameter.

As an ornamental, the dark foliage makes the bright red ripe fruit stand out. They’re a hit for anyone who’s into landscaping with chilis. So, whether you’re looking to spice up your garden or your dishes, the Royal Black chili’s got you covered.

Heat Level

The heat level of these guys is a surprise package. Online sources place royal black peppers heat to be in the 5,000 to 30,000 Scoville scale range. I’m not buying that specified range.  We find them to be on the extreme high end of that spectrum, if not even hotter, crossing into the 50,000+ range.

Yes, you can eat an ornamental!

This ornamental is more about the heat than the taste. They’ve got a straightforward chili flavor. Don’t expect them to be the star of your dish like some other chilies might be, but they’ll definitely add some kick to it. Too often folks hear ornamental and think that means not edible. That is 100% false! Typically they are a little better used dried/flaked, but can also be used fresh for a burst of heat.

Caring for these beauties is simple. They’re low maintenance and grow compact, perfect for a balcony garden or a small space. Plus, they’re pretty tough against pests, which is always a bonus.

20+ seeds per pack