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Carolina Reaper Hot Pepper

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Hardiness Grown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)

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Family Solanaceae

Famous for being one of the hottest peppers in the world, averaging 1.5 million Scoville units, with peaks that can exceed 2.2 million Scoville. Its bumpy, bright red fruits have a distinctive, small, curved tail. Despite its extreme heat, it offers a fruity, sweet aftertaste that will appeal to those who enjoy a bit of a thrill. Handle with care; this pepper is reserved for hot sauces, marinades, and serious culinary experimentation. Pot cultivation is recommended for control !

Carolina Reaper Hot Pepper

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Hardiness zoneGrown as an annual (zone 10+ as a perennial)