A very nice newer cross variety of to very hot varieties that made a good flavored pods that is medium to large sized for a super-hot variety. Plants grow fast and can reach four plus feet high and one and half to two around if pruned. Plants get loaded with pods. Anywhere from 50 to over a hundred bright red pods.

C.Chinense 

SHU 1,200,000 +

 7-POT BUTCH X JONAH RED - The Red Powerhouse

Basic Info

Species: Capsicum chinense

Origin: Hybrid (Trinidad Scorpion Butch T x 7-Pot Jonah)

Heat: Superhot (1,200,000+ SHU)

Type: Red hybrid 7-Pot variety

Story

A newer cross of two very hot varieties producing medium to large sized pods for a superhot variety. Plants grow fast, reaching 4+ feet high and 1.5-2 feet around if pruned, loaded with 50 to over 100 bright red pods. Combines extreme heat with great flavor.

Plant

Fast-growing, reaching 4+ feet high and 1.5-2 feet wide when pruned. Heavy yields with 50-100+ pods.

Pods

Bright red when ripe, medium to large size for superhot variety, classic wrinkled texture.

Flavor

Great flavor with extreme heat, sweet, fruity, and tropical with Jonah complexity.

Kitchen

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

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

- 4+ feet tall, pruning recommended, 5+ gallon containers optimal

Culinary Uses

- Premium red 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 Butch x Jonah Red?

A: Superhot at 1,200,000+ SHU.

Q: What makes it unique?

A: Medium to large pods for superhot, heavy yields (50-100+ pods), and great flavor.

Q: Is it good for powder making?

A: Yes, excellent for red superhot powder.

Q: How does it compare to parents?

A: Combines Butch T's heat with Jonah's flavor and larger pod size.

Q: What growing conditions does it prefer?

A: Full sun, warm climate, rich well-draining soil, pruning for height control.