Carolina Reaper Pepper (Capsicum chinense)

According to the Guinness World Records, this is the worlds hottest pepper with Scoville measurements between 1.5-2.2 million. Thats super hot, FYI. These unique, fiery red fruits have a bumpy texture and small stinger tail. Extremely hot peppers are difficult to grow. A long hot growing season is needed to produce fruit. Expect a longer germination period and a lower germination rate. Plant wearing gloves and handle with care.

• 25 seeds minimum
• Germination: 21-28 days
• Maturity: 100-120 days from transplant
• Start indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost. Plant 1/4″ deep in seed starting mix. Requires soil temperatures of 65-90F to germinate. Heat mat is recommended. Keep soil moist.
• Transplant in full sun when all danger of frost has passed. Bottom leaves should be just above ground level.
• Space plants 12-18 apart; space rows 2-4′ apart.