California Reaper Seeds
California Reaper Seeds
Each pepper seed pack includes 10+ seeds. For orders with more than 1,000 seeds, please request bulk packaging.
Description:
Description:
The California Reaper is a descendant of the Carolina Reaper so you know it's insanely hot! This peach Carolina Reaper variety is known to be a possible cross between the original red Carolina Reaper and Jay’s Peach Ghost Scorpion pepper. The California Reaper is a relatively new strain so you expect some variation. Although it has not yet officially been tested, this super hot variety averages about 1,500,000 Scoville Heat Units!
Features:
- California Reaper pepper plants will grow to around 4 feet tall.
- The peppers start off light green and ripen to a stunning peach color, with most pods resembling a Carolina Reaper's characteristics.
Culinary Uses:
- This variety is fruity and citrusy, which will be great for pepper powder and hot sauces to add to many dishes!
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Specifications:
Specifications:
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Heat Level:
- Packet Quantity: Each pepper seed pack includes 10+ seeds. For orders with more than 1,000 seeds, please request bulk packaging.
- A.K.A: Peach Carolina Reaper
- Plant Size: 4 ft.
- Pod Size: 2 in.
- Days to Harvest: 110 - 120+ days
- Origin: USA
- Species: Chinense
- SHU: 1,500,000+
Growing Instructions
Growing Instructions
Getting Started
So, you've received your seeds and are wondering what's next? At Pepper Joe's, we're committed to equipping you with everything you need to succeed in germinating the pepper seeds you've chosen. Our mission is to introduce you to a diverse array of pepper varieties, setting the stage for an exciting and rewarding gardening experience. Let's dive into the essentials together.
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What You'll Need
Seed Starting SuppliesSoil and Tray Method
- Water
- Seed Starting Soil Mix of Choice (seed starting mix is different than potting soil.)
- Seed Germination Tray
- Humidity Dome
- Heat Mat
- Temperature Controller
- Plant Light
- Plant Labels
- #2 Pencil or similar object
- Gloves (optional, but if you're dealing with super-hot peppers, oil may still be on the seed)
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Plant your Seeds
- Pre-saturate your seed starting soil mix. Ensure the seed starting mix is fully saturated prior to planting your seed.
- Make a ¼-inch hole in the center of each seed starting cell. A #2 pencil eraser is a great tool for making these holes.
- Place your seed and cover gently with soil.
You can plant up to 4 seeds per cell to help ensure successful germination.
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Starting Peppers from Seed4. Place your heat mat under your base tray and your humidity dome on top. For best results, set your temperature controller between 75 - 80 degrees.
5. Place your plant light above the seed starting tray and turn on. Refer to the plant light manufacturers instructions for the optimal distance. Plant light should remain on for 14 to 16 hours per day.
6. Enjoy watching them grow! See our full instruction page below for more information.
