Scorpion Apocalypse Pepper Starter Live Plants - 2.5" pot

The Apocalypse Scorpion pepper, also called the Apocalypse pepper, is a destructive super hot variety hailing from Italy. The Apocalypse Scorpion was developed by members of the Italian pepper growing association AIASP, who’ve hybridized some very spicy peppers in their history. These are some scary-looking pods with an even scarier heat. They have a heat level of 1,400,000 SHUs comparable to the iconic Carolina Reaper.

Scoville scale: 1,400,000 average SHU

Heat: Exceptionally hot

Scientific name: Capsicum chinense 

Higher classification: Capsicum chinense

Rank: Variety

Plant Type: Vegetable

Fruit Size: 2"

Grows Best In: Full Sun

Days to Maturity: 120-150 Days

Growth Type: Spring

Seedling Spacing: Sow 18-24" apart in rows