Peppers (Capsicum spp.) are warm-season vegetables grown as annuals in Ohio. They are in the Solanaceae family (also known as the nightshade family) along with the tomatoes, eggplants and potatoes. Peppers are easily grown and can be prolific producers.
What peppers grow well in Ohio?
Spicy hot pepper varieties that grow well in Ohio gardens include:
- Habanero.
- Trinidad Moruga.
- Scorpion.
- Scotch Bonnets.
- Carolina Reaper.
- Ghost.
- Tabasco.
Can a pepper plant survive the winter?
Your peppers may look a bit sad. But it can continue to survive and keep growing as long as the temperature remains above 50 degrees in the cold frame. You likely will not get winter produce at those temperatures. Peppers won't produce unless they're warm!
