
Details
This delicious hot pepper tastes as good as it sounds. Although somewhat milder than its red cousin, The Trinidad Scorpion, the Trinidad Scorpion Chocolate Cappuccino still packs a punch coming in at over 1 million Scoville Heat Units. A beautiful novelty pepper that grows well and is very versatile, and will ripen from green to a striking chocolate color. It has a mellower, less acidic flavor with smoky undertones and a hint of earthy sweetness. This pepper is great to use for BBQ sauces, hot sauces, pepper powder, marinades, and more! Fun Fact: Its cousin, the Trinidad Scorpion used to be the hottest chili in the world in 2012! Non-Isolated.
SHU: 1,200,000 - 2,000,000
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
Botanical Name | Capsicum chinense |
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Life Cycle | Annual |
Min. Time to Germinate | 10 Days |
Max. Time to Germinate | 15 Days |
Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/4 in. |
When to Sow | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last spring frost |
Growing Height | 36-48 in. (90-120 cm) |
Plant Spacing | 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) |
Hardiness | N/A |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Danger | N/A |
Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
Soil pH Requirements | 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic), 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
Days to Harvest | 80-90 |
Propagation Methods | From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
Seed Collecting | Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds |
Heat (Scoville Heat Units) | 1,200,000-1,499,999 SHU, 1,500,000-199,999,999 SHU |
Pepper Color | Green changing to brown |
Pepper Shape | Tapered, Twisted |
Pepper Size | Small (under 2in. in length) |
Pepper Usage | Drying, Fresh (salsa, salads) |
Seeds Per Pack | 8 |