Trinidad Scorpion Hot Pepper
Trinidad Scorpion, also known as Moruga Scorpion, is named after the location it originated from Moruga, Trinidad. One of the world’s hottest peppers, Trinidad Scorpion tops the charts at a bewildering 2,000,000 Scoville units. A jalapeno comes in from 2,500 to 10,000 Scoville units. The immense heat kicks in and lingers on after the initial tasting. Growing tip: depending on the area pollinator population, pollination by hand may be needed. Watering less during the fruiting stage will produce smaller peppers but it will increase the heat.
When they are ready to be harvested, these wrinkly skinned, lantern-shaped peppers with scorpion tails will ripen from green to a striking red.
To harvest, use a sharp knife or pruning shears to snip off peppers leaving a short stem attached.
Please note: Always wear latex/nitrile gloves when handling these peppers and avoid contact with the face and eyes. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
To store, peppers can be refrigerated in storage bags for about a week.
| Maturity | 90 days |
|---|---|
| Height | 18 - 36" (46 - 91 cm) |
| Spacing | 24 - 36" (61 - 91 cm) |
| Light | Full Sun |
| Soil | Rich, organic and well draining |
| pH Range | 6.0 to 6.8 |
| Watering | Moderate and even moisture to get plant established and until the fruit sets, then less as fruit matures |
| Fertilizing | Peppers tend to be light feeders so the addition of a slow release fertilizer such as 5-10-10 at the time of planting will be sufficient. Once blooms start to form, side dress the plant every 2 to 4 weeks with a potassium-rich fertilizer. |
| Nutrients Required | Nitrogen=moderate; Phosphorus=high; Potassium=high |
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