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| Botanical Name |
Capsicum chinense |
| Seeds Per Pack |
10 |
| Life Cycle |
Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate |
10 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate |
15 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds |
1/4 in. |
| When to Sow |
Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height |
24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Plant Spacing |
18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
| Hardiness |
N/A |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
| Danger |
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Soil pH Requirements |
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
| Days to Harvest |
100-110 |
| Propagation Methods |
From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting |
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
| Heat (Scoville Heat Units) |
350,000-599,999 SHU |
| Pepper Color |
Green changing to orange |
| Pepper Shape |
Tapered, Twisted |
| Pepper Size |
Medium (3in. to 6in. in length) |
| Pepper Usage |
Drying, Fresh (salsa, salads), Pickling |
400,00 SHU. This cross has been deemed outstanding, with many considering it one of the fruitiest peppers they've ever tasted, featuring heat levels at or slightly above that of a habanero. The plants are exceptionally productive, brimming with bright orange pods, showcasing the cross's successful blend of flavor and heat. The fruits measure 3 to 4 inches in length and display a beautiful cream-colored orange hue, offering a very sweet flavor accompanied by a manageable, slow-building heat, making them a delightful addition to any dish. Non-Isolated.