Purple Flash × Trifetti Hybrid Seeds, 15 Seeds

Purple Flash × Trifetti (Purple Flash × Trifetti) is an exceptionally decorative hot pepper (Capsicum annuum), which impresses with a variegated combination of dark and light purple, green and white on its leaves . The fruits start purple and ripen to dark red. Their shape varies from almost round to slightly elongated. The plant remains relatively compact and combines striking looks with a pleasant heat of 4 000–8 000 SHU.

Purple Flash × Trifetti (Purple Flash × Trifetti) is a variety where ornamental value is the true highlight. Dark violet leaves alternate with variegated leaves in several shades – purple, green and white, giving the plant an impressive appearance even before the fruits emerge.

The peppers complement the colour effect, transitioning from purple to deep dark red as they ripen. Its compact growth makes it very suitable for pots, balconies and decorative vegetable arrangements. For the most intense colouring, plenty of light and sunshine.

Variety characteristics

• Variety: Purple Flash × Trifetti (Purple Flash × Trifetti)
• Botanical species: Capsicum annuum
• Type: Hot and ornamental pepper
• Heat: 4 000–8 000 SHU
• Growth: Relatively compact
• Leaves: Variegated – dark and light purple, green and white
• Young fruit colour: Purple
• Ripe fruit colour: Dark red
• Shape: From almost round to slightly elongated
• Light: Abundant sunshine promotes intense colouring
• Suitable for pots: Yes
• Ornamental value: Very high.

🔥 Heat

4 000–8 000 SHU

The heat is moderate approximately in the range of spicier Jalapeño varieties. This allows Purple Flash × Trifetti (Purple Flash × Trifetti) to be not only an ornamental plant but also a source of fully usable hot fruits for the kitchen. 

🌱 Sowing and growing

Sowing: January – April
Location: indoors
Germination temperature: 20–30°C
Greenhouse planting: for higher yield
Outdoor planting: around the end of May
Light: sunny location for best colouring
Pruning: possible to retain the compact shape.

In autumn, the plant can be moved to a pot and brought onto a bright windowsill, where under suitable conditions it can continue fruiting.

🍴 Culinary use

The fruits can be used for fresh and cooked spicy dishes, salsa, sauces and marinades.