Chile Pepper, Hot Pepper
Capsicumannuum 'Kung Pao'

Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum)
Species: annuum (AN-yoo-um)
Cultivar: Kung Pao
Hybridized by J Bill 2000

Synonym:Capsicum frutescens

Height

Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Sun Exposure
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Other details
Not Applicable

Propagation Methods
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade

Seed Collecting
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Days to Maturity
White/Near White

Soil pH requirements
Blooms repeatedly

Heat (Pungency)
Herbaceous

Fruit Shape

Fruit Size
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Fruit Color

Disease Resistance
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed

Seed Type

Usage

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics
Vegetables

Water Requirements

Where to Grow