Ornamental peppers bring a jolt of color to porches and patios when summer fades—these compact plants produce fruit in shades of red, yellow, or orange that lasts well into autumn. The upright, bushy habit fits naturally into mixed containers or a sunny corner bed.

Harvest them before the first hard freeze if you want to enjoy them indoors, or leave them outside to decorate the garden as long as the weather holds. They're available now through October.