Hot Pepper 'Carolina Reaper'
Produit des fruits d’une intensité exceptionnelle tout en offrant une saveur fruitée complexe très recherchée. Cette variété est incontournable pour les collectionneurs et les passionnés de piments ultra-forts.
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Hot pepper 'Carolina Reaper' (Capsicum chinense), Offered by Les Gardiens - Ferme Alternative
In 2013 , the Carolina Reaper was officially crowned the world's hottest pepper by Guinness World Records , with an intensity exceeding 1,569,300 SHU , and can even reach over 2,000,000 SHU under certain conditions. Its devilish appearance , with wrinkled skin and a spiked tail, is a match for its extreme heat . Yet behind this intensity lies a unique, fruity taste, with hints of cherry .
This ultra-potent pepper is perfect for extreme sauces, dehydrating into powder or infusing into dishes , where a tiny amount is enough to ignite an entire recipe . It can be grown in pots , which allows it to be brought indoors in the fall to prolong production. A well-drained pot, full sun exposure (6 to 8 hours per day) and regular fertilization will ensure a bountiful harvest even in tight spaces . The vigorous and productive plant can reach up to 1.2 meters (4 feet), producing an impressive harvest under good conditions .
?? Do not take this pepper lightly : it is extremely powerful and must be handled with care. Wear gloves when handling the fruit to avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Plant Height: Up to 1.2 m (4 ft)
Spread: Medium to wide
Quantity per bag: ISOLATED - 12 seeds
Scoville (SHU): 1,569,300+
Companion plants: Tomatoes, basil, onions, coriander
Enemy plants: Fennel, beets
Cultivation method:
- Sowing indoors: Sow seeds in early February , about 12 to 14 weeks before the last frost .
- Germination: Can take 10 to 20 days , but up to 6 weeks without soaking . Soak seeds 12 to 24 hours before sowing to speed up germination. Ideal temperature: 25 to 30°C .
- Transplanting: When the seedlings have 4 to 6 true leaves , transplant them into larger pots before acclimating them to the outdoors.
- Planting in open ground or in a pot: After the last frost, space the plants 50 to 60 cm apart in rich, well-drained soil. In pots, use a container of at least 10 liters .
- Maintenance: Water regularly without soaking the soil, fertilize every 2 to 3 weeks with a fertilizer rich in potassium and phosphorus.
- Harvest: 120 to 140 days after sowing , the fruits turn from green to intense red , signaling their full maturity.
Use and special features:
A single pepper can turn an entire pot of chili or sauce into a veritable inferno! It is perfect for extreme sauces, dehydrating into powder or flakes , allowing you to enjoy its heat all year round.
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