Trinidad Scorpion Green
What makes Trinidad Scorpion Green special
Trinidad Scorpion Green is an unusual colour variant that combines the classic Scorpion shape with an intense green colour even when ripe. Fruity flavour and high heat make it a culinary and visual experience.
Background and name
The variety is an unusual colour form of Trinidad Scorpion that ripens to an olive-green or lime-green shade instead of red or yellow. It has become popular with collectors and fermenting enthusiasts.
Appearance and growth habit
The plant grows about 90–110 cm tall, with heavy fruiting. The pods are wrinkled, with a Scorpion tail, and ripen from light green to deep green with a light yellow-green shimmer.
Estimated Scoville heat
Approx. 800,000–1,000,000 SHU
Flavour and uses of Trinidad Scorpion Green
The flavour is fresh, herbal and fruity with an intense heat that hits quickly. A perfect base for green chilli sauce and fermenting.
Ways to use Trinidad Scorpion Green
Use for a strong green salsa, a fermented sauce with lime and coriander, or make a unique green chilli powder. An excellent choice for chilli oil.
How to grow Trinidad Scorpion Green
Trinidad Scorpion Green belongs to Capsicum chinense and should be sown between January and March. It needs warmth and a sunny spot. Grow in a greenhouse or a large pot in a sheltered place.
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.
