This new crops has very nice aroma very fruity sweet smelling. Plants grow somewhat fast with ok yields.we think this variety could have better yields With better growing conditions. Pods are larger then bubble gum red on its own we didn’t see any scotch bonnet shaped pods but this could change in the next Generations that say we think that this is stable but we’ve been wrong before so you may see some defences

C.Chinense

SHU 1,500,000+

7-POT BUBBLE GUM X SCOTCH BONNET APECINO - The Fruity Fusion

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: Hybrid (7-Pot Bubblegum x Scotch Bonnet Apecino)

Heat: Superhot (1,500,000+ SHU)

Type: Red hybrid 7-Pot variety

Story

A new cross combining 7-Pot Bubblegum with Scotch Bonnet Apecino, featuring a very nice fruity, sweet aroma. Pods are larger than standard Bubblegum red, with potential for Scotch Bonnet shapes in future generations. Stable variety with intense heat.

Plant

Grows somewhat fast with good yields. Medium size, benefits from optimal growing conditions.

Pods

Red when ripe, larger than standard Bubblegum, classic wrinkled texture, potential for Scotch Bonnet shape variations.

Flavor

Very fruity and sweet smelling with Bubblegum sweetness and Scotch Bonnet complexity. Intense heat.

Kitchen

Hot sauces, low-dose cooking, and powder production.

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

- Medium size, 5+ gallon containers optimal

Culinary Uses

- Premium fruity hot sauce production

- Red superhot powder

- Low-dose cooking in curries and stews

- Fermented pepper mash

Common Questions

Q: What heat level is 7-Pot Bubble Gum x Scotch Bonnet Apecino?

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

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Very fruity sweet aroma, larger pods than standard Bubblegum, potential for Scotch Bonnet shapes.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, excellent for fruity superhot powder.

Q: How does it compare to parents?

A: Combines Bubblegum's fruitiness with Scotch Bonnet's complexity and larger pod size.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

A: Full sun, warm climate, rich well-draining soil, yields improve with optimal conditions.