10 Seeds Pepper Black Pearl Heirloom Seeds Hot Heirloom Fruits ripen from glossy black to deep purple then finally orange to red. Fruits are medium hot at 30,000 scoville units. In addition to ornamental use this hot little pepper is perfect for fresh eating in salad as well as pickling and freezing. A heavy producer for small gardens, market gardens and the home garden. Also a perfectly grown ornamental that adds color to the home all year. An attractive 'ornamental edible' for a sunny windowsill or patio container outside.