7-POT BUBBLE GUM X CARBANERO - The Sweet Fire

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: Hybrid (7-Pot Bubblegum x Carolina Reaper variant)

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

Type: Red hybrid superhot variety

Story

A powerful hybrid cross between 7-Pot Bubblegum and a Carolina Reaper variant, combining the sweet, fruity flavor of Bubblegum with the extreme heat and signature tail of the Reaper. Features intense heat with complex flavor profile and distinctive appearance.

Plant

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

Pods

Red when ripe, medium-sized (1.5-2.5 inches), classic wrinkled texture with potential for Reaper-style tail.

Flavor

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

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 Bubble Gum x Carbanero?

A: Superhot at 1,500,000-2,000,000+ SHU, potentially among the hottest.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Combines Bubblegum's sweetness with Carolina Reaper's extreme heat and signature tail.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

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

Q: How does it compare to parents?

A: Combines the best traits of both parents: sweet flavor from Bubblegum and extreme heat from Reaper.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

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