The 7 Pot pepper varieties are among the hottest chilies in the world, originally from Trinidad and known for their intense heat and fruity undertones. The name “7 Pot” comes from the idea that one pepper can heat seven pots of stew.

7 Pot Red

Bright red, deeply wrinkled pods with a classic superhot look. It delivers a scorching, immediate heat followed by a slightly smoky, fruity flavor.

SHU: ~800,000 to 1,200,000+

7 Pot Peach

Soft peach-colored pods with a smoother, slightly citrusy sweetness. The heat builds a bit slower but still reaches extreme levels.

SHU: ~800,000 to 1,000,000+

7 Pot Yellow

Vibrant yellow pods with a glossy, bumpy surface. Known for a brighter, more tropical fruit flavor with a sharp, lingering burn.

SHU: ~800,000 to 1,200,000+

All three varieties belong to the species Capsicum chinense and are prized by chili enthusiasts for making hot sauces, powders, and extreme heat culinary creations.

A striking heirloom chili known for its dramatic color change, the Buena Mulata pepper matures from deep purple to pink, orange, and finally bright red. Slender and slightly curved, it grows 5–7 inches long with a smooth, glossy skin. The flavor is mildly smoky with a touch of sweetness, making it excellent for sauces, drying, or fresh use.

Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 30,000 – 50,000 SHU

Comparable to cayenne-level heat—medium-hot with a noticeable kick but still very usable in cooking.

In early spring, start seeds indoors 8 weeks prior to warm nightly temperatures. Place the seeds in sterile media and cover 1/4” deep. Provide 85°F bottom heat, bright light, and keep moist at all times. Seeds will germinate in 7-21 days. Transplant seedlings into pots and grow until there are 6 true leaves on the plant. Plant them directly into rich soil, 30” apart or into large 5-gallon containers. Harvest chiles when they are yellowish-orange. 

Latin name: Lycopersicum esculentum

Extremely prolific early variety. 

Small, compact plant (about 60 cm / 2 ft tall) produces loads of 6–9 cm red fruits. 

Excellent for container growing. Determinate. Matures in about 70 days.

Litchi Tomato (Solanum sisymbriifolium) – Description & Uses

Litchi tomato is a unique, spiny plant related to tomatoes and eggplants. It produces small, round fruits that ripen from green to bright red and resemble cherry tomatoes. The plant features deeply lobed leaves covered in sharp thorns, along with attractive white to pale blue flowers with yellow centers. Despite its name, it is not a true tomato but has a similar juicy texture with a slightly tart, cherry-like flavor.

Uses:

Fresh eating: Ripe fruits can be eaten raw; flavor is mildly sweet-tart.

Preserves & jams: Excellent for making jellies or chutneys due to its tangy taste.

Desserts: Can be used in pies or sweet sauces similar to berries.

Ornamental: Grown for its striking flowers and unusual, spiny appearance.

Garden protection: Sometimes used as a trap crop to help manage pests like nematodes.

⚠️ Note: Only fully ripe red fruits are edible—unripe parts and foliage are toxic.

The Cascadura Poblano Sweet Pepper is a unique, mild variety combining the deeply lobed, pumpkin-like shape of Cascadura types with the broader, slightly elongated form of a poblano. Fruits are thick-walled, glossy, and ripen from green to rich red. The texture is firm and juicy, making it excellent for stuffing, roasting, grilling, or fresh slicing.

Flavor is rich and slightly earthy like a poblano, balanced with a gentle sweetness and no bitterness. It holds up well to cooking and develops a deeper, almost smoky sweetness when roasted.

Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 0 – 500 SHU (very mild to no heat)

This makes it ideal for those who enjoy poblano-style flavor without the spice.

Yes, the Cascadura pepper is a type of Poblano/Ancho pepper, often described as a high-quality, Brazilian variant of the classic Mexican pepper. It is specialized for its sweet flavor, thick walls, and high productivity. 

Type: Capsicum annuum (Ancho/Poblano type).

Origin: Brazil.

Flavor/Heat: Mild to no heat (0 Scoville Heat Units), with a sweet, robust flavor.

Appearance: 3–5 inch, plump, and deeply lobed, heart-shaped fruit (resembling a pepper-like pumpkin).

Usage: They are often used green for roasting, stuffing, and grilling, but they turn a rich, glossy red when mature. 

While standard Poblano peppers can sometimes have a mild-to-moderate heat, the Cascadura is specifically noted for having almost zero heat while retaining the traditional "Ancho" flavor profile.

Demon Gold is a striking ornamental and culinary chili producing small, upright, cone-shaped pods that ripen to a vivid golden-yellow/orange. Plants are compact and highly productive, often covered in clusters of glossy, smooth peppers. The flavor is sharp and slightly fruity with a clean, biting heat, making it suitable for both fresh use and drying.

Approximately 30,000 – 50,000 Scoville Heat Units

(Medium-hot, similar to a hot cayenne or tabasco-type pepper)

Believed to be derived from ornamental Capsicum annuum breeding lines, with strong influence from Asian chili varieties. While not tied to a single traditional region, it is commonly associated with ornamental pepper development programs and is popular among growers in Asia and North America.

Great for ornamental display, fresh salsas, drying into flakes or powder, and adding color and heat to dishes.

The Sangram Sri Lanka pepper is a slender, pointed chili known for its vibrant color transition from green to bright red when fully ripe. It typically grows 5–8 cm long with smooth, glossy skin and a slightly curved shape. This variety is popular in Sri Lankan cuisine, valued for its bold heat and slightly fruity, sharp flavor that enhances curries, sambals, and stir-fries.

Approximately 50,000 – 100,000 Scoville Heat Units

This places it in the medium-hot range—similar to a cayenne but often perceived as a bit sharper and more immediate in heat.

Ideal for fresh use, drying, or making hot sauces and chili pastes.

A rare and eye-catching variety of Scotch Bonnet, the Cappuccino stands out with its creamy beige to light brown coloring, often marbled with deeper coffee-toned streaks. It keeps the classic squat, bonnet-shaped form with a slightly wrinkled, glossy skin. Despite its soft, muted appearance, it delivers a bold, fruity aroma with subtle smoky-sweet undertones—perfect for hot sauces, salsas, and Caribbean-style dishes.

Heat Level (SHU):

100,000 – 350,000 Scoville Heat Units

Comparable in heat to traditional Scotch Bonnets, it packs a strong punch while offering a more nuanced, slightly sweeter flavor profile.

100,000 – 350,000 SHU — similar heat range to a Habanero pepper, delivering strong heat with rich flavor.:

The Guyana Wiri Wiri is a small, round cherry-shaped chili pepper traditionally grown in South America, especially in Guyana. These vibrant peppers mature into bright red and yellow colors and are known for their intense heat balanced with a fruity, slightly smoky flavor. Wiri Wiri peppers are commonly used in Caribbean and Guyanese cooking, particularly in hot sauces, stews, marinades, and pepper sauces. Despite their tiny size, they pack a powerful punch and are prized for their aromatic taste and vibrant appearance.