This newer Superhot variety has great looking pods. Plants grow good are medium sized with great yields 100s of pods on a good plant. Pods start out green ripen bright yellow with a long stinger. This variety would make a great bonchilli. Powder from this variety is very good with a nice yellow color 

C.Chinense

SHU 1,400,000 +

7-POT BORG 9 YELLOW - The Bright Yellow

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: United Kingdom (Jon Harper)

Heat: Superhot (1,000,000+ SHU, estimated)

Type: Yellow 7-Pot hybrid

Story

A bright yellow variant from the Borg 9 series, featuring citrusy flavor with extreme heat. Part of Jon Harper's legendary Borg 9 lineage, combining vibrant color with superhot performance.

Plant

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

Pods

Bright yellow when ripe, medium-sized (1.5-2.5 inches), classic wrinkled superhot texture.

Flavor

Fruity and citrusy with bright notes before extreme heat. Yellow variants offer enhanced citrus character.

Kitchen

Bright-colored hot sauces, yellow powder, and fruit-based preparations.

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 80-85F

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

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

Culinary Uses

- Bright yellow hot sauce production

- Citrus-flavored superhot powder

- Fruit-based hot sauces

- Visual garnish for dishes

Common Questions

Q: What heat level is Borg 9 Yellow?

A: Superhot at 1,000,000+ SHU, consistent with Borg 9 lineage.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Bright yellow color with citrusy flavor and Borg 9 extreme heat.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, excellent for bright yellow, citrus-flavored superhot powder.

Q: How does it compare to other Borg 9 variants?

A: Similar heat and plant characteristics, but with yellow color and enhanced citrus notes.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

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