Burpee Fish Hot Pepper Seeds – Heirloom 30-Seed Pack for Garden & Containers

Discover Burpee Fish Hot Pepper Seeds

Step back in time with a Chesapeake Bay favorite that blends culinary charm with ornamental flair. Burpee Fish Hot Pepper is an African-American heirloom predating the 1870s, prized by gardeners for its unusually attractive foliage and reliable fruit set. The plant’s variegated leaves catch the eye from a distance, while the pendant fruits invite closer inspection with their color journey and glossy sheen.

Plant profile

The pepper grows as a compact, vigorous plant reaching 18-24 inches tall with a similar spread, making it a good fit for containers, beds, or mixed borders. The 2-3 inch fruits begin cream with green stripes and mature through orange with brown stripes, finally turning a bright red. The fruit hangs in an eye-catching, pendulous form that adds movement and color to the garden.

Growing notes help you plan with confidence. Each packet contains 30 seeds, a practical size for first-time gardeners or those trying out succession plantings. Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before the average last frost using a Burpee seed starting kit, then transplant to the garden about four weeks after frost danger has passed. In full sun, these peppers perform as annuals across zones 1–11.

Growing at a glance

• 30 seeds per packet for versatile planting options
• Sow indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost
• Transplant after frost danger, about four weeks after last frost
• Harvest in about 80 days
• Plants reach 18-24 inches tall with a 24 inch spread
• Full sun is ideal for best fruit set

Why gardeners choose this variety

• Heritage pepper with ornamental variegation and dependable performance
• 2-3 inch pendant fruits provide versatile uses in the kitchen
• Container-friendly and adaptable to many garden layouts
• Produced by Burpee, a seed company with roots dating to 1876
• No GMOs, ever

Results vary with conditions, but many growers enjoy a vivid color progression and a sturdy harvest window. This pepper is a thoughtful option for those seeking a scenic plant that can double as a conversation piece in the edible landscape. Use in salads, roasting, stuffing, or fresh from the garden—enjoy the possibilities that arise when you grow a classic heirloom with modern ease.