Description
Carolina Reaper is the world’s spiciest chili. The Scoville units can reach a blistering 2,200,000 million SHU.
Light requirements
Like most hot peppers, Carolina Reapers require full sun.
Soil requirements
You will want to plant your Carolina Reapers in well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter.
Space requirements
Plant the seedlings approximately 4 feet away from neighboring plants.
Water requirements
Plants should be given at least 2 inches of water per week, but take care to avoid overwatering.
Maturation
Carolina Reaper plants take roughly 90 days to get to the point of sexual maturity, which is when they will be ready to produce fruit.
Plant size
When planted in the ground or a suitably large container, Carolina Reaper plants grow to be approximately 5 feet tall and 4 feet wide.
Chili size
Peppers are 1 to 3 inches long and 1 to 3 inches wide.
Container size
The Carolina Reaper is a container-friendly plant; you will need a container with at least a 5-gallon capacity.
