'Firecracker' is an ornamental-meets-edible hot chile (Capsicum annuum) that covers itself in small, upward-pointing pods ripening through a rainbow of purple, yellow, orange, and red all at once. These Firecracker pepper seeds grow into compact, bushy plants that are as decorative as they are hot (about 30,000–40,000 Scoville), making them a standout in beds, borders, and containers.Who it's forGreat for gardeners who want a colorful, container-friendly chile that doubles as an edible ornamental with serious heat.How & when to plantStart indoors 8–10 weeks before your last frost. Sow 1/4 inch deep in warm soil at 75–85°F; germination takes 10–21 days. Transplant after nights stay above 55°F, spacing plants 12–18 inches apart in full sun. Grow as an annual; best in USDA zones 4–11 and excellent in pots.HarvestPods mature in about 75–85 days from transplant. Pick at any color stage—flavor and heat build as they ripen from purple to red. Regular harvesting keeps the compact plants tidy and blooming with new fruit.Benefits & usesFirecracker pods are hot enough for drying, flakes, and spicy sauces, while the vivid, multicolored plant makes a striking edible centerpiece on patios and windowsills.Growing guide: New to this variety? Read our full guide, How to Grow Peppers From Seed, for step by step sowing, spacing, and harvest tips.
