Trinidad Scorpion Long SR
What makes Trinidad Scorpion Long SR special
Trinidad Scorpion Long SR is a rare variant with elongated pods and a super-hot character. It combines frightening heat with a unique shape and fruity flavour.
Background and name
‘Long SR’ stands for ‘Long Shaped Red’ – a departure from the rounder Scorpion pods. The variety has been developed through selective crossing to give longer, more pointed pods while keeping the strength.
Appearance and growth habit
The plant grows about 100–130 cm tall and gives many long, wrinkled pods with a distinct Scorpion tail. The colour goes from green to strong red when ripe.
Estimated Scoville heat
Approx. 1,200,000–1,600,000 SHU
Flavour and uses of Trinidad Scorpion Long SR
The flavour is sweet, fruity and full with a strongly burning finish. Excellent in strong chilli sauces or powder where you want extra sting.
Ways to use Trinidad Scorpion Long SR
Dry and use as chilli flakes, or make a powerful, fiery sauce with garlic and fruit. Also suited to fermenting.
How to grow Trinidad Scorpion Long SR
A Capsicum chinense sown between January and March. Needs high warmth, plenty of light and nutrients. Does best in a greenhouse, but can work in a sunny, sheltered spot outdoors.
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.
