The Carolina Reaper is the world’s hottest chili pepper, officially recognized by the Guinness World Records. With an average heat level of 1,641,183 Scoville Heat Units (SHU) and peaks reaching over 2,200,000 SHU, this fiery pepper delivers an intense, lingering heat with a surprisingly fruity and sweet undertone.
Ideal for spice lovers and chili enthusiasts, the Carolina Reaper is perfect for making hot sauces, spice blends, and extreme culinary challenges. The plants produce small, wrinkled red pods with a distinctive scorpion-like tail, maturing in 90-120 days after germination.
Growing Tips:
🌱 Germination: 7-21 days (requires warm temperatures of 25-30°C)
☀️ Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6-8 hours daily)
🌿 Soil: Well-draining, nutrient-rich soil
💧 Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged
Warning: Handle with care! Use gloves when handling seeds and peppers, and avoid contact with eyes or sensitive skin.
