This newer 7-Pot variety has a good name as these pods have a good bite of heat. Pods are medium to large they start out green and ripen to a deep red when fully ripe. Plants grow good in pots with great yields. Plants are medium to large and will need pruning. Plants should be started as soon as possible and pruned often for best yields. Pods have thin to medium thick walls. Pods dry out good for powder and are only Slightly oily so clumping is not bad with this varieties powder . A Must Grow Variety 

Capsicum Chinense 

SHU 1,500,000-1,800,000 -/+

7-POT BOLDOG RED - The Red Hybrid

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: Trinidad (7 Pot Douglah lineage)

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

Type: Red 7-Pot variety

Story

A red variant from the 7 Pot Douglah lineage, combining extreme heat with classic red coloration. Features the characteristic wrinkled texture and fruity flavor of 7-Pot varieties.

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 7-Pot wrinkled and pocked texture.

Flavor

Fruity and sweet with earthy undertones. Intense heat with complex flavor profile.

Kitchen

Extreme hot sauces, red powders, and low-dose cooking 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 80-85F

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

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

Culinary Uses

- Red hot sauce production

- Superhot red powder

- Low-dose cooking in curries and stews

- Fermented pepper mash

Common Questions

Q: What heat level is 7-Pot Boldog Red?

A: Superhot at 1,000,000-1,500,000 SHU.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Classic red color with Douglah lineage heat and flavor.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, excellent for red superhot powder.

Q: How does it compare to Boldog Chocolate?

A: Similar heat and plant characteristics, but red color instead of chocolate.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

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