Ornamental pepper plants (Capsicum annuum) are striking, compact annuals or short-lived perennials grown primarily for their vivid, multi-colored fruit displays rather than their culinary value. As the peppers ripen, they often change through a kaleidoscope of colors—such as cream, purple, yellow, orange, and deep red—allowing a single plant to showcase multiple bright shades simultaneously. While they thrive excellently in ground beds or borders, their compact 8-to-18-inch habit makes them a perfect fit for 5-inch or 6-inch patio containers, seasonal window boxes, and autumn landscape accents.