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Capsicum Carolina Reaper Seeds produce extremely hot red chillies with a distinctive stinger tail. This specialist variety is intended for experienced chilli growers and carefully controlled culinary use.
View our detailed grow guide: Growing Sweet Peppers and Hot Chillies.
Quick Grow Facts
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Plant Type: Vegetable
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Scientific Name: Capsicum annuum
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General Sowing Time: Spring/Summer
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Position: Full sun
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Sow Depth: 0.5cm
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Spacing: 80cm
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Germination: 7 - 21 days
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Days to Harvest: 150 to 180 days
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Heat Level: Approx. 1.5 million SHU average; up to 2.2 million SHU
Why Grow This Variety
- Extreme heat makes this a specialist chilli variety.
- Red fruits develop a distinctive stinger-tailed shape.
- Intense heat can be used sparingly in hot sauces.
- The plant offers a rewarding challenge for experienced growers.
Garden Uses
Grow Carolina Reaper in a secure full-sun position and use harvested fruits only in very small, carefully controlled quantities.
Growing Notes
- Wear gloves when handling seeds or fruits and avoid touching your face, eyes or mouth.
- Sow during spring/summer.
- Position plants in full sun.
- Follow the listed 0.5cm sowing depth and 80cm spacing.
- Allow 7 - 21 days for germination.
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