{"product_id":"chilli-carolina-reaper-1986","title":"Chilli Carolina Reaper Seeds","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarolina Reaper is an exceptionally hot chilli developed by American chilli breeder Ed Currie from the PuckerButt Pepper Company. Originally known by the breeding code HP22B, it became internationally famous after being recognised by Guinness World Records as the world’s hottest chilli in 2013.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe heavily wrinkled fruits ripen from green to brilliant red and typically develop the variety’s distinctive pointed or hooked “stinger” at the base. Beneath the extreme heat is a surprisingly sweet, fruity flavour, although its intense capsaicin content means only very small quantities are generally required in cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarolina Reaper averages approximately 1,641,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), with individual fruits capable of considerably higher readings. Plants form vigorous, branching bushes reaching up to approximately 1.2 m under favourable conditions and appreciate a long, warm growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a \u003cem\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e, Carolina Reaper generally germinates and develops more slowly than common \u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e varieties. Consistent warmth is particularly important during germination, and plants benefit from being started early in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 20 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeat: Extreme – approximately 1,641,000 SHU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Most of the year\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Late winter to spring\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Late winter to spring, starting under protection\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Start indoors in late winter to early spring and transplant after all danger of frost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately 5 mm deep into trays or pots and keep warm and consistently moist. A soil temperature of approximately 25–30°C will encourage germination. \u003cem\u003eCapsicum chinense\u003c\/em\u003e can be slow to germinate, so allow several weeks and maintain steady warmth rather than allowing the growing medium to fluctuate between hot and cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransplant once seedlings are sturdy and conditions have warmed, spacing approximately 50–60 cm apart in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil. Maintain consistent moisture during flowering and fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest once fruits have developed their mature red colour. Wear gloves when harvesting, cutting or preparing Carolina Reaper fruit and avoid contact with the eyes and other sensitive areas, as the concentrated capsaicin can cause significant irritation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity: approximately 90 days from transplanting under favourable conditions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649649168602,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Chilli_CarolinaReaper_946e8259-4c0e-4e34-bca0-3a36a111cc00.jpg?v=1770862196","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/chilli-carolina-reaper-1986","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}