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Carolina Reaper Hot Pepper Seed

Name: Carolina Reaper Hot Pepper Seed
Brand: BAKER CREEK HEIRLOOM SEED CO
Rating: 2.0 (1 reviews)

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Description

World’s hottest pepper, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. A cross between a Ghost Pepper and a Red Habanero, this little demon has a sweet and fruity flavor, and then the heat kicks in — Carolina Reapers are about 4 times hotter than a habanero! Round pods have a cute little tail that belies what’s inside. Fire-engine red when ready to pick. One pepper will spice up dozens of dishes. Use to make hot sauce, salsa, mustard and pepper jelly, or in great moderation in a seasoning mix. This pepper requires careful handling with rubber gloves. Photo courtesy of Baker Creek Heirloom Seed.

Days to germinate: 14-28
Days to maturity: 120
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Sow ¼” deep in sterile planting medium.
Transplant spacing: 3’
Sow outdoors: Not recommended.
Produce size:1-2” round pods
Yield: Very productive, especially with full sun and consistent fertilizer application
Mature plant height: Up to 60”
Suitable for container growing: Yes
Year of discovery: Approximately 2010, by “Smokin’” Ed Currie

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.