The organic Trinidad Scorpion Orange pepper is an extremely hot variety that produces bright orange, pointed fruits when ripe. Reserved for those who crave extreme heat, it offers an intense fruity flavor and is grown in Quebec during the warmer months.
2. Sowing
Difficulty level : Medium difficult Sowing type : Indoor sowing 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost (March in zones 5-6) Sowing technique : In pots Sowing depth : ~ 5 mm Germination time : 10 to 21 days Germination temperature : 24 to 30 C
3. Culture
Ease of cultivation : Moderately difficult Growing season : Warm season Transplantation : Easy, after all risk of frost has passed (early June in zones 5-6) Plant spacing : ~ 45 to 60 cm between plants Distance between rows : ~ 60 to 75 cm Hardiness zone : Non-hardy annual plant Light : Full sun Soil type : Rich, loose and well-drained soil Soil pH : Slightly acidic to neutral Soil moisture : Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged Soil fertility : Requires compost Time before harvest : Approximately 90 to 110 days after transplanting Watering : Regular Other characteristics : Very high degree of spiciness; handle with care
4. Usage
Used in very small quantities for hot sauces, marinades, and very spicy dishes, Trinidad Scorpion Organic Orange adds extreme heat and a fruity note.
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