Solanacées • Capsicum annuum

Count Dracula Chili Pepper - Organic

"A chili pepper that is both dark and luminous, a perfect match for lush and colorful gardens."

$4.49

Number of seeds 20 seeds

The Count Dracula pepper is an ornamental and edible variety, prized for the striking contrast between its dark green foliage with purplish hues and its fruits, which darken as they ripen. In a vibrant garden, it immediately catches the eye and establishes itself as a presence that is both discreet in size, yet dazzling in the color of its upright peppers.

A member of the large family of cultivated chili peppers ( Capsicum annuum ), it naturally finds its place in a supportive vegetable garden or in a container on a sunny balcony. The fruits change color throughout the seasons, accompanying the gardener in a relationship with nature where daily observation becomes a pleasure. Its white flowers, followed by abundant fruiting, make it a reliable plant in a space that is both nourishing and decorative.

Growing climate: Warm season
Sowing difficulty level: Medium
Care required: Regular
Growth: Summer growth

Note: Requires warmth and full sun to fruit well; sensitive to cold and frost.

The fruits of the Count Dracula pepper are eaten like any other hot pepper of the typeCapsicum annuumThey can be used fresh, in small quantities, to enhance sauces, stir-fries, stews, or marinades. Their modest size makes them ideal for eating whole or sliced. Ripe chilies can also be dried and then ground into flakes or powder for extended use in cooking.

They also retain a decorative interest in the kitchen, whole and fresh in arrangements of preserves or in garlands of dried chilies, bringing color and character to the food space.