Capsicum Chinense Trinidad Scorpion Seeds Extra Hot Pepper Seeds for Planting in Garden and Containers

Capsicum Chinense Seeds - Trinidad Scorpion Extra Hot Pepper

Take your garden to the next level with the legendary Trinidad Scorpion Pepper, a fiery variety of Capsicum chinense known for its extreme heat and distinctive wrinkled pods. Originating from the Caribbean, this pepper offers a rich, fruity flavor with an intense, lingering heat that’s prized by hot sauce makers and spice enthusiasts. Perfect for outdoor gardens or containers, it’s a must-have for anyone growing high-heat pepper varieties.

Features:

• World-Class Heat: Among the hottest peppers, reaching up to 1,200,000 Scoville units.
• Distinct Appearance: Wrinkled, scorpion-tail-shaped pods with glossy red color.
• Strong Flavor: Fruity and smoky undertones beneath the intense heat.
• Versatile Growing Options: Thrives in gardens, raised beds, and large containers.
• High Germination Rate: Non-GMO, pure Capsicum chinense seeds for strong plant growth.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense
• Common Name: Trinidad Scorpion Pepper
• Heat Level: Extremely hot (1,000,000–1,200,000 Scoville units)
• Flavor Profile: Fruity, smoky, intense heat
• Plant Type: Annual (perennial in frost-free regions)
• Fruit Color: Bright red when mature
• Plant Height: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)
• Spread: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil Type: Rich, well-drained loam; pH 6.0–6.8
• Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Germination Time: 10–20 days
• Temperature for Germination: 80–90°F (27–32°C)
• Days to Maturity: 110–130 days after transplanting
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grow as annual elsewhere)
• Uses: Cooking, hot sauces, pickling, ornamental gardening

Planting Guide:

• Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date.
• Sow ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix; maintain warmth and humidity.
• Transplant outdoors after soil temperatures reach 65°F (18°C) or higher.
• Space plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun.
• Water regularly and feed with organic fertilizer every few weeks.
• Harvest mature peppers once pods turn fully red for maximum heat and flavor.