The Worlds hottest Variety with excellent flavor plants grow fast with very high yields of extremely hot red pods

C.Chinense

SHU 1,700,000-2,000,000

7-POT CAROLINA REAPER - The Classic Fire

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: United States (Ed Currie, PuckerButt Pepper Company)

Heat: Superhot (1,500,000-2,200,000+ SHU)

Type: Red Carolina Reaper variety

Story

The original Carolina Reaper, holding the record as one of the hottest peppers in the world. Features vibrant red pods with the signature scorpion-like tail, sweet fruity flavor, and extreme heat that builds and lingers. A cornerstone of the superhot pepper world.

Plant

Large, vigorous plants reaching 3-5 feet with heavy yields and excellent branching.

Pods

Red when ripe, medium-sized (1.5-2 inches), classic wrinkled texture with distinctive scorpion tail.

Flavor

Sweet, fruity, and tropical with extreme heat that builds and lingers. Complex flavor with Reaper's signature characteristics.

Kitchen

Ultra-extreme hot sauces, red powder, and minimal-dose applications.

Growing Tips

- Days to maturity: 90-120 days from transplant

- Full sun (8+ hours) required

- Warm climate essential, zones 9-11

- Start seeds indoors 10-12 weeks before last frost at 80-85°F

- Well-draining, rich soil, pH 6.0-6.8

- 3-5 feet tall, 5+ gallon containers optimal

Culinary Uses

- Ultra-extreme hot sauce production

- Potent red superhot powder

- Minimal-dose cooking (extreme caution)

- Collector-grade fresh eating

Common Questions

Q: What heat level is 7-Pot Carolina Reaper?

A: Superhot at 1,500,000-2,200,000+ SHU, one of the hottest peppers globally.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Signature scorpion tail, extreme heat, and sweet fruity flavor.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, but extremely potent - use with extreme caution.

Q: Who bred this variety?

A: Ed Currie of PuckerButt Pepper Company in South Carolina.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

A: Full sun, warm climate, rich well-draining soil.