| Common Name | Pepper Seed |
|---|---|
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Latin Name | Capsicum annuum |
| 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" |
| Plant Type | Chili |
| Planting Season | Spring |
| Seed Type | Open-Pollinated |
| Use | Culinary |
| Germination Days | 15-20 days |
| Germination Lighting | No |
| Germination Info | Cover Seeds |
| Soil Temperature | 70° - 85° |
Trinidad Scorpion
Pepper Seed
One of the hottest chile peppers measured by CPI. Native to Trinidad and Tobago, the golf ball sized fruits with a fruity, citrus-like flavor are wrinkled with a pointed tip resembling the sting of a scorpion. Ripens green to red. Used sparingly, it is great for salsas, marinades, and hot sauces. Germinates best with bottom heat.
| Days to Maturity | 90 days |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 |
| Light Requirement | Full Sun |
| Plant Spacing | 16" |
| Planting Depth | 1/4” |
| Row Spacing | 24" - 36" |
| Sowing Method | Start Indoors |
| Water Needs | Average |
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