{"product_id":"25-trinidad-scorpion-pepper-seeds-extremely-hot-heirloom-chili-non-gmo","title":"25 Trinidad Scorpion Pepper Seeds – Extremely Hot Heirloom Chili, Non-GMO","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow one of the world's hottest peppers with these Trinidad Scorpion pepper seeds. Known for their extreme heat and distinctive scorpion-like tail, these rare heirloom chili peppers are a favorite among adventurous gardeners and hot sauce enthusiasts. The plants produce wrinkled, lantern-shaped pods that ripen from green to bright red, adding intense color and fiery flavor to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're growing them for homemade hot sauce, salsa, or simply to challenge your taste buds, Trinidad Scorpion peppers deliver impressive heat and a unique, fruity undertone. These non-GMO seeds are perfect for container gardening or planting in a sunny garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely hot chili pepper with a fruity, slightly sweet flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive scorpion-like tail on wrinkled pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePods ripen from green to vibrant red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare heirloom variety, non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for hot sauce, salsa, and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum chinense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial in warm climates, usually grown as annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bushy, compact plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-11 (as perennial); grown as annual elsewhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-3 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soil temperature 80-90°F (27-32°C); germination in 7-21 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep consistently warm and moist. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant into larger pots or harden off and plant outdoors after all danger of frost has passed. Choose a location with full sun and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Fertilize lightly every few weeks during the growing season. Handle mature peppers with care—wear gloves when harvesting to avoid skin irritation from the oils.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Trinidad Scorpion pepper seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835976646966,"sku":"FOLIA2-1442","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6916466884_curx_c7f451c6-b1d2-481c-963b-47f243bce233.jpg?v=1793096739","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-trinidad-scorpion-pepper-seeds-extremely-hot-heirloom-chili-non-gmo","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}