Mocha Swirl Hybrid Pepper

‘Mocha Swirl’ Pepper is a truly captivating snacking variety that blends ornamental beauty with outstanding flavor. Compact, mounded plants feature striking variegated green-and-white foliage that sets the stage for a stunning fruit display. The 4-inch peppers transition from striped green and white to rich chocolate tones before fully ripening to deep red, creating a multicolor show unlike any other pepper you can grow.

The thick-walled fruits deliver an earthy-sweet flavor with a crisp, refreshing bite—perfect for fresh snacking, appetizer plates, or decorative harvest baskets. Ideal for containers, patios, and small garden spaces, ‘Mocha Swirl’ offers elegance, productivity, and exceptional eating quality in every harvest. A true gem for gardeners seeking beauty, flavor, and compact performance.

Gardeners who enjoy this pepper’s striking coloration and sweet snacking quality should also explore our Candy Cane Chocolate Cherry and Candy Cane Red peppers — two equally eye-catching varieties with exceptional flavor and ornamental appeal.

• Days to Maturity: 70–80 Days
• Sow Method: Start Indoors
• Sowing Depth: ¼ Inch
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 Inches
• Sun Exposure: Full Sun
• Plant Height: 18–24 Inches
• Fruit Size: 4 Inches
• Fruit Color: Green & White Stripes → Chocolate → Deep Red
• Fruit Type: Snacking / Sweet Pepper
• Growth Habit: Compact, Mounded
• Flavor Profile: Earthy-Sweet, Crisp, Mild
• Special Features: Variegated Foliage, Color-Transition Fruit, Container Friendly, Highly Ornamental
• Hardiness Zones: Zones 4–10
• Best Uses: Fresh Snacking, Appetizers, Containers, Decorative Displays

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