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Pachyfolia Plants

Carolina Reaper Pepper 3" Live Starter Plant - Capsicum Chinense

Carolina Reaper Pepper 3" Live Starter Plant - Capsicum Chinense

$11.50 USD
$11.50 USD
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Name: Carolina Reaper Pepper 
Scientific Name: Capsicum chinense 
Family: Solanaceae 

Product Description:
2013’s “World’s hottest pepper” ~ 1,569,300 Scoville units 
Bright red gnarled and lumpy with a scythe-like tail, ‘Carolina Reaper’ is a cross between ‘Bhut Jolokia’ (Ghost Pepper) and a red habanero. The fruity flavor has a hint of citrus with sweet, chocolate-cherry undertones. This pepper has been known to lure you in with a great flavor before loading your taste buds with capsaicin. 

Origination: The Americas (this particular cultivar was even bred in Carolina, USA) 
Historic Uses: Culinary, dares (I Double Dog Dare ya!)
Height: 4-5 ft. 
Hardiness: zones: Warm season annual for most zones 
Flower Color: white 
Maturity: 90-100 days 
 
Growing Instructions:
Thrives in warm, humid environments. Ideal temperature range is 75–85°F (24–29°C). Not frost-tolerant. Prefers well-drained, nutrient-rich soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8. Enrich with compost or organic matter. Requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth. Space plants 18–24 inches apart. Maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging. Allow the top inch of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Use a balanced fertilizer initially, then switch to a higher phosphorus blend during flowering and fruiting stages. Watch for aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites. Use companion planting or organic pest control methods as needed. Peppers are ready 100–120 days after planting and typically change color when fully ripe (e.g., orange, red, yellow).  

 

Ships in 3" pots. You will receive a plant similar to the ones pictured, though size and fullness may vary. Please understand that shipped plants have bumpy rides. A few broken leaves or small stems are normal during shipping and are not considered damage. Broken stems can be rooted once the cut end dries to start new growth. Plants may arrive semi‑dormant, and in winter they may naturally drop a few leaves. If your plant arrives rotting or dead, we will replace it. Please contact us with photo proof within 24 hours of delivery. After 24 hours, plant care becomes the buyer’s responsibility, though we’re always happy to answer questions and help you succeed. We also add brief instructions on getting started when you open your box. We want our plant babies to have happy new homes! 🥰

 

Heat packs are available to purchase in our shop for cold-sensitive plants. Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 These are necessary for winter shipping, so I sell them at cost. I won't refund or replace any frozen plants unless you buy one!

 

❗Please Read!❗

Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA easily due to state import laws. All plants shipped there must be inspected before entry. Seed-grown herbaceous plants may not survive transit. I cannot guarantee herbaceous plant orders from these states, so order at your own risk. Hoyas, cacti, and succulents are an exception. My apologies for any inconvenience.

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