This Dragons Breath is a result of the newer cross of the Dragons Breath varieties. This one is very similar to the newer C22 varieties, as they all have come about from these newer crosses. This variety has more pods than stingers in comparison to the C22 Red, which has more stinger than pod. Pods are very hot and they are slightly oily inside and have thin to medium walls. Plants grow very quickly, almost fast with very good yields. Plants should be pruned to keep plants size down and to Increase yields. Pods start out green and ripen to red and have a great smell. Pods dry out ok for powder but the oil from the pods can cause powder clumping abs should be mixed. 

Capsicum Chinense 

SHU 1,800,000-2,200,000

7-POT DRAGONS BREATH STINGER - The Stinger Fire

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: Hybrid (Newer Dragon's Breath cross)

Heat: Superhot (1,800,000-2,200,000 SHU)

Type: Red hybrid with stingers

Story

A result of newer Dragon's Breath crosses, very similar to newer C22 varieties. This variety has more pods with stingers than the C22 Red. Pods are very hot, slightly oily inside with thin to medium walls. Plants grow quickly with very good yields. Pods start green and ripen to red with a great smell.

Plant

Fast-growing, medium to large size. Pruning recommended to keep size down and increase yields.

Pods

Red when ripe, medium-sized, classic wrinkled texture with prominent stingers/tails.

Flavor

Great smell with extreme heat that builds and lingers. Fruity and tropical with complex notes.

Kitchen

Ultra-extreme hot sauces, red powder (mix due to oiliness), 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

- Medium to large plants, pruning recommended, 5+ gallon containers optimal

Culinary Uses

- Ultra-extreme hot sauce production

- Red superhot powder (mix due to oiliness)

- Minimal-dose cooking (extreme caution)

- Fermented pepper mash

Common Questions

Q: What heat level is 7-Pot Dragons Breath Stinger?

A: Superhot at 1,800,000-2,200,000 SHU.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: More pods with stingers than C22 Red, very hot, slightly oily pods.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, but pods are oily and can cause clumping - should be mixed.

Q: How does it compare to other Dragon's Breath?

A: More stingers than C22 Red, similar to newer C22 varieties.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

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