Mojo Scoundrel – a mysterious chilli with powerful heat
What makes Mojo Scoundrel special
Mojo Scoundrel is an astonishingly hot chilli with character and intensity. This variety is not only hot – it is also full of flavour with complex undertones. A real rascal among super-hot varieties.
Background and name
Mojo Scoundrel is a modern variety resulting from crosses between various hot chinense varieties. The name refers to its ‘scoundrel-like’ presence – unexpected, powerful and a little sly. A chilli that does not apologise for its heat.
Appearance and growth habit
The plant grows 90–120 cm tall with a bushy habit. The pods are irregularly shaped, often with a bumpy surface, and ripen from green to a dark red or brownish shade. It is very productive and also very beautiful under the right conditions.
Estimated Scoville heat
Approx. 800,000 – 1,000,000+ SHU
Flavour and uses
The flavour is fruity, deep and intense with a brutal heat that quickly fills the whole mouth. Perfect for hot sauce or for making a powerful chilli powder.
Ways to use Mojo Scoundrel
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Use with care in hot sauces
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Dry to a strong, aromatic powder
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Good for chilli con carne or barbecue marinades
How to grow Mojo Scoundrel
Mojo Scoundrel belongs to Capsicum chinense. Sow your chilli seeds between January and March, as the species has a long development time. Grow in a greenhouse or a really warm spot. It gives a generous harvest late in the season if you give it plenty of light and warmth.
The price is for 6 chilli seeds
Sow in moist seed compost and keep warm, at about 25–30°C for best germination The compost should be moist but not wet. A propagator helps to keep the air humid. Once the seedlings have grown a little and developed their second pair of leaves, you can lower the temperature to about 20°C and take them out of the propagator. They do well on a sunny windowsill, in a greenhouse and outdoors in summer. For best results, soak the seeds in Growhelper for 12–24 hours before sowing.
