Description
Mad Hatter is an unusual, hat-shaped sweet-to-mild pepper with flared, winged fruit about 2–3 inches across. The playful shape and crisp, fruity flavor make the peppers enjoyable fresh, stuffed, grilled, or sliced into salads. Vigorous plants can reach around 4 feet tall in favorable conditions and work in garden beds or large patio containers. Fruit typically matures from green to red.
Growing in Alabama: Transplant outdoors after the last frost when the soil is warm. Choose a location with at least 6 hours of direct sun and loose, fertile, well-drained soil. Water deeply and consistently, especially when plants are flowering and setting fruit, but avoid constantly soggy roots. Mulch helps even out moisture during Alabama’s summer heat. Space plants for airflow in humid weather, and use a stake or cage to support heavy branches. Harvest green for a milder, fresh taste or let fruit color fully for sweetness. Protect from frost in fall.
