| Common Name | Pepper |
|---|---|
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Top Category | Hot Peppers |
| Flavor Profile | Very Hot |
| Fruit Size | 2” - 3” long |
| Growing Conditions | Heat Tolerant, Outdoor |
| Growth Habit | Bush |
| Harvest Advantages | Dried, Fresh Eating, Sauce/Paste |
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Plant Attributes | Edible |
| Plant Height | 20" - 24" |
| Plant Type | Chili |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary |
Carolina Reaper
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Carolina Reaper is among the world’s hottest peppers, registering 1,569,300 Scoville units of heat (a measure of heat intensity) Bright red, gnarled and lumpy with a scythe-like tail. The fruity flavor has a hint of citrus with sweet, chocolate cherry undertones. Germinates best with bottom heat.
| Days to Maturity | 98 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 16" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4” |
| Sowing Method | Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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