One of the most common mistakes in growing ornamental peppers is planting them outdoors too early. Plants are often sold in garden centers before the weather is agreeable for them to go in the ground.

Q: I got a potted 'Purple Flash' ornamental pepper plant from a friend and the leaves are all dried up and falling off. I think it didn't get enough water and that a little TLC might restore it.

Paul Bosland is a pepper-plant breeder whose specialty adds zest and dazzle to the holidays. So far, he has introduced ornamental chile plants for Halloween (orange and black fruit), Thanksgiving ...

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) - Have you seen any of those ornamental pepper plants for sale? Some of the peppers look like big black pearls, others can be bright purple to yellow to red — all on one plant.

Potted ornamental pepper plants make a quick table decoration or hostess gift because they are available everywhere, even grocery stores. The plants come in holiday colors of red (fruit ...

Are ornamental peppers poisonous? I want to plant one, but I’m concerned about young children who are in my yard on occasion. I wouldn’t want to hurt them. — Gayle Mandrell Ornamental ...

The South has no reason for fall foliage envy. The traditional colors of autumn can be found in ornamental peppers. Plant them into any sunny landscape to add spice and fall flair. The typical ...