Also known as Pepper · 6 saves
Piper
Piper, the genus most gardeners know as pepper. We track 1 varieties; the ones most used by real gardeners.
The 1 most-saved Piper varieties
Species of Piper
Each one is a parent of the varieties above.
Track your Piper in Sow
Save the Piper you grow and get care reminders timed to your zone.
Piper questions
How many types of Piper are there?
The Sow catalog tracks 1 distinct Piper varieties. The most popular — ranked by 6 real gardeners — are shown first above.
What zones does Piper grow in?
Across its varieties, Piper covers USDA Zones 10–10. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.
When does Piper bloom?
Most Piper varieties bloom in late summer. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.
Which Piper should I choose?
Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.