This newer Variety of Carolina Reaper is about 1.5 Inchs longer. Plants grow best in pots here in Canada or in Tunnels/ greenhouse. Pods are smoking heat with great aroma. Pots start out green and ripen to Red and some pots get a little orange before red. Powder is very good but it takes a lot of pods to make a lot of powder.

C.Chinense

SHU 1,400,000-1,900,000

7-POT CAROLINA REAPER RED LONG - The Long Fire

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: United States (Atlantic Pepper Seeds)

Heat: Superhot (1,400,000-1,900,000 SHU)

Type: Elongated Carolina Reaper variety

Story

A newer variety of Carolina Reaper that is about 1.5 inches longer than standard Reapers. Pods start green, sometimes with orange before turning red. Features smoking heat, great aroma, and makes very good powder (though requires many pods for a small amount).

Plant

Grows best in pots or tunnels/greenhouses. Medium to large size with good yields.

Pods

Red when ripe, approximately 1.5 inches longer than standard Reaper, classic shape with tail.

Flavor

Great aroma with extreme heat that builds and lingers. Sweet, fruity, and tropical with Reaper complexity.

Kitchen

Ultra-extreme hot sauces, red powder (takes many pods), 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

- Best in pots or greenhouse for optimal results

Culinary Uses

- Ultra-extreme hot sauce production

- Red superhot powder (requires many pods)

- Minimal-dose cooking (extreme caution)

- Collector-grade fresh eating

Common Questions

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

A: Superhot at 1,400,000-1,900,000 SHU.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Approximately 1.5 inches longer than standard Reaper with great aroma and powder quality.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, but requires many pods for a small amount of powder.

Q: How does it compare to standard Reaper?

A: Similar heat and flavor, but with elongated pod shape.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

A: Full sun, warm climate, rich well-draining soil, best in pots or greenhouse.