Jigsaw Pepper

Jigsaw Pepper is an extraordinary ornamental hot pepper prized for its dramatic, multicoloured foliage and decorative edible fruit. Leaves display striking variegation in shades of lavender, cream, violet, sea foam, and deep green, making this one of the most visually unique peppers available.

Plants are compact, bushy, and highly ornamental, making them ideal for containers, patio displays, and edible landscape plantings.

Plant Details

Botanical name: Capsicum annuum
Growth habit: Upright and bushy (compact)
Sun: Full sun
Spacing: 35–45 cm (14–18")
Container friendly: Yes; excellent for containers and patio planters
Support: Not required

Fruit and Harvest

Jigsaw produces small, plum-purple peppers that add further ornamental interest. Heat is moderate, comparable to a jalapeño. Fruits develop their best colour and heat when fully mature, and regular harvesting encourages continued production.

Excellent for:

• Ornamental containers
• Decorative garden borders
• Edible landscaping
• Adding moderate heat to dishes

Why Buy a Starter Plant?

Starting with an established plant provides:

• Earlier colour and fruit display
• Strong, reliable growth
• Reduced risk compared to direct seeding

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: ornamental edible gardens, patio containers, and anyone looking to grow a visually striking pepper with both beauty and culinary use.