Carolina Reaper (Capsicum chinense)
Regular price $19.95World's Hottest Pepper—Fiery Heat with a Sweet Twist
Carolina Reaper is the undisputed champion of heat, averaging 1.6 million Scoville Heat Units and peaking at over 2.2 million SHU! But it's not just the fire—this pepper also offers a surprisingly fruity, sweet flavor under the intensity, making it a top pick for homemade hot sauces, chili oils, and powders.
This compact, bushy plant produces dozens of bright red, tail-tipped fruits that look as wild as they taste. A favorite among hot pepper enthusiasts, Reaper thrives in full sun and warm temps, and grows well in containers or garden beds.
Why You'll Love It:
- Grow the hottest pepper on Earth
- Perfect for hot sauce, powders, and culinary experiments
- Compact plant produces loads of fiery red fruit
- Sweet-fruity flavor under the extreme heat
- Fun challenge for spicy food lovers and collectors
| Scientific Name | Capsicum chinense |
|---|---|
| Common Names | Carolina Reaper, Reaper Pepper |
| Family | Solanaceae (Nightshade Family) |
| Origin | South Carolina, USA |
| Plant Type | Fruiting Vegetable / Hot Pepper |
| Life Cycle | Annual (Perennial in Zones 10–11) |
| Food Forest Layer | Herb Layer |
| Mature Size | 2–3 ft tall |
| Light | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Harvest Season | Summer to Fall |
| Time to Harvest | 90–100 days from transplant |
| Self-Fertile | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Zones | USDA Zones 9–11 |
| Florida Native | No |
| Propagation | Seeds |
| Seasonal Characteristics | Warm-season grower; ripens bright red |
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