Black Scorpion Tongue
- Brand: Petrolia Bloom Co.
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Black Scorpion Tongue is a striking ornamental chilli with small, dark purple to nearly black pods that ripen to deep red. The pods are crunchy with a sweet, fruity flavour and a lingering heat.Plants grow about 60–90 cm tall and set heavy loads of pods on dark, attractive plants. It...
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Black Scorpion Tongue is a striking ornamental chilli with small, dark purple to nearly black pods that ripen to deep red. The pods are crunchy with a sweet, fruity flavour and a lingering heat.
Plants grow about 60–90 cm tall and set heavy loads of pods on dark, attractive plants. It is a US-developed variety grown for both looks and eating.
Plant Details
Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
Growth habit: Upright and bushy (medium height)
Foliage: Green
Sun: Full sun
Spacing: 35–45 cm (14–18")
Container friendly: Yes; performs well in large containers
Support: Recommended under heavy fruit load
Fruit and Harvest
Pods are small, about 2.5–5 cm long, ripening from dark purple or black to deep red. Strong sun can leave black striping or blotches on the skin; harvest at any colour stage.
Heat level: Hot (50,000–100,000 SHU)
Excellent for:
- Hot sauce
- Salsas
- Pickling
- Drying
- Ornamental planters
Why Buy a Starter Plant?
Starting with an established plant provides:
- Earlier harvest in northern climates
- Faster establishment and vigorous growth
- Reliable production for longer-season peppers
Grown With Care
Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting once temperatures are consistently warm.
Well suited for: Well suited for: containers, ornamental beds and gardeners looking for a dark-fruited chilli.
