Super Chili Pepper – Live Plant | Ornamental & Edible 35K–40K SHU

Beautiful AND Fiery — The Showiest Hot Pepper in the Garden

Super Chili (Capsicum annuum, Hybrid) is as beautiful as it is fiery. Small upright peppers grow in colorful clusters against dark green foliage, creating a striking ornamental display — yet the fruits pack serious heat at 35,000–40,000 SHU, perfect for Thai and Asian dishes. Prolific and fast-maturing, it doubles as a stunning container plant for patios and decks.

Plant Details

• Species: Capsicum annuum (Hybrid)
• Heat Level: 35,000–40,000 SHU (hot)
• Fruit: 2.5 in long, upright clusters, ripens green → red
• Plant Size: 24–36 in tall
• Days to Maturity: 75 days from transplant
• Best For: Thai dishes, Asian stir-fries, drying, ornamental display
• Container Friendly: Yes – 5-gallon pot, 18–24 in spacing

Growing Tips

Plant in full sun with rich, well-draining soil. Amend the planting hole with compost and feed every 2–3 weeks for the first 6 weeks. Mulch the base with 1–2″ of compost to retain moisture. Keep indoors during cold snaps below 55°F.

Harvest Tips

Harvest with clean garden scissors when fruits reach full red. Frequent harvesting encourages new bud formation and extends the productive season.