Dark Chocolate Rocoto Perennial Pepper

Capsicum pubescens

Rocoto in general: Are you ready for this amazing black seeded hot pepper from South America. This hardy pepper, also known a tree chili has purple flowers, fury green leaves, spicy red fruits the size of an apple and black seeds. Though the pepper cant withstand a frost, it can handle very cool climates and therefore will grow year after year in USDA Zone 9-11 (some say 8 but would need micro-climate or protection). Amazing addition to your food forest, this pepper has huge foot print and after 2 years it can turn into a huge sprawling bush. Peppers mature in winter usually and in warmer climates in fall.

Pot Size: 4 inch pot

Plant Size: 4-6in+

Certified Organic

USDA Hardiness 9-11 (8-11 if protected)