A striking deep-red chilli with a glossy sheen and a fierce bite. Fruits ripen early and abundantly, with a clean heat that builds rather than overwhelms — perfect for sauces, salsas, and anyone who likes their harvest with a little attitude. Scoville Heat Rating: approx. 20,000–30,000 SHU When to Sow: Feb - Apr HOW TO SOW CHILLIS: Sow in pots - Sow thinly into pots or modules of damp compost. Cover with 0.5cm of soil. Ideal temp 21°C. Will benefit from the use of a heater propagator. Once germinated grow on in cooler conditions 15-18°C. Grow on until all risk of frost has passed. Can be planted out or grown in pots. Best grown in a greehouse, conservatory or sheltered sunny spot.
- Classification: Tender Annual/ Perennial
- Expert Level: Easy to Grow
- Germination Time: 1-2 Weeks
- Harvest Time: Jul- Oct
- Site: Full/ Sheltered Sun
- Soil Type: Chalk/ Sand/ Loam
- Soil Acidity: All Types
- Moisture: Well drained
- Care: Water several times per week. Stake if necessary. Protect from Aphid attack.
- Use: Edible
- Harvest: Cut fruits when they turn orange or when just underripe and leave to ripen on a sunny windowsill.
- Days to Maturity: 140 Days
- Feed: Potassium feed
- Height: 60cm
- Plant Spacing: 45cm
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