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7 Pot Barrackpore Pepper
Capsicum chinense
A strain of the 7 Pot Trinidad pepper, 7 Pot Barrackpore bears somewhat larger and more wrinkled pods as compared to the regular 7 Pot. Extremely high heat makes this one of the hottest peppers in the world. The strain is somewhat newer so it is unclear how stable it is from generation to generation. In appearance it is very similar to the regular 7 Pot pepper.
Seed Availability
Seeds are not available for the 7 Pot Barrackpore Pepper. Please visit our seed store to view current selections. Seeds were last available in December 2014.
Days to Maturity
80-100 days.
Heat Level
Extremely hot, one of the hottest peppers in the world.
Origin
Apparently found in Barrackpore, Trinidad. Probably originated in the 2000's.
Germination Info
Start seeds in small containers from 8-10 weeks prior to the last frost date. Plant seeds approximately 1/4-1/2" deep in moist, well drained potting soil. Most standard soil mixes are suitable for pepper seeds. Soil temperature must be kept at 75-90F for proper germination. Cool soil, particularly at night can inhibit or significantly delay germination. To keep soil temperature warm, start seeds indoors, in a greenhouse and/or use a seed starting heat mat. Keep soil moderately moist, though not overly, dripping wet. Water soil when the soil surface just begins to dry. Allow proper air circulation for containers.
Optionally, seeds can be dipped in a dilute hydrogen peroxide mix (1 tsp hydrogen peroxide per cup water) for one minute to disinfect seeds prior to planting. If your soil or seed setup is susceptible to mold growth this can be useful to kill mold spores.
Once seedlings have sprouted, keep in small containers until a few sets of leaves have developed. Transplant to larger containers or outdoors. If transplanting outdoors, make sure to harden off seedlings by exposing them to only filtered sunlight for up to 1-2 weeks. Thin plants to 3-4 ft and rows to 6-10 ft.
Estimated germination time under optimal conditions: Can be one of the slower germinating peppers. 3-16 weeks