Carolina Reaper Chili Pepper Seeds – 50 Seeds for Planting

Take on a long-season growing project with this pack of 50 Carolina Reaper chili pepper seeds. Start indoors with steady warmth, then grow in a sunny vegetable bed or a large container for an exceptionally hot pepper harvest.

Features

• Package: 50 seeds for planting.
• Carolina Reaper, a superhot chili pepper.
• Botanical species: Capsicum chinense.
• Best suited to a long, warm growing season.
• Seeds only; live plants, harvested peppers, pots, and accessories are not included.

Sowing Instructions

1. Start indoors approximately 10–12 weeks before your last expected spring frost.
2. Sow about 1/4 inch deep in clean, well-draining seed-starting mix. Moisten gently.
3. Maintain soil around 80–90°F using a seedling heat mat with a thermostat if needed. Avoid overheating.
4. Keep the mix evenly moist, not soggy. Superhot peppers germinate irregularly, commonly taking 2–6 weeks or longer.
5. After emergence, provide strong light and good airflow. Remove humidity covers gradually.
6. Pot up seedlings once they have several true leaves, handling roots gently.
7. Harden off gradually for 7–10 days. Transplant after frost danger has passed and nights remain above approximately 55°F.
8. Space plants about 18–24 inches apart in fertile, well-drained soil, or plant individually in roomy containers with drainage.

Care & Harvest

• Provide 6–8 hours of direct sun daily. Protect from cold and strong winds.
• Water consistently at the soil level. Avoid repeated wilting and standing water.
• Apply a balanced vegetable fertilizer according to its label. Avoid excessive nitrogen.
• Stake or cage plants if branches need support as fruit develops. Peppers are not climbing vines.
• Check regularly for aphids, mites, and other pests. Use only controls labeled for edible crops and follow harvest intervals.
• Allow a long warm season for fruit to mature. Harvest fully ripened peppers with clean scissors, leaving a short stem attached.

Superhot Pepper Handling

• Wear protective gloves when handling seeds, harvesting fruit, or preparing peppers. Avoid touching your face or eyes.
• Keep seeds and peppers away from children and pets. These seeds are for planting, not direct consumption.
• Capsaicin can cause intense irritation. Use eye protection when cutting peppers and avoid inhaling dust or cooking fumes.
• Use harvested peppers sparingly. Do not eat whole peppers as a challenge.
• Wash hands, tools, and work surfaces thoroughly after handling.

Seed Disclaimer

Germination is affected by temperature, environment, and planting techniques. We sell seeds only and do not guarantee 100% germination.