Trinidad Scorpion pepper seeds grow into vigorous, upright plants with strong branching and a long season growth habit. This pepper type is adapted to warm climates and requires consistent heat for full development. Plants perform well in garden beds, raised beds, and containers when provided with full sun, well drained soil, and steady moisture. Seeds are commonly started indoors and transplanted outdoors after frost risk has passed, making them suitable for growers with extended warm seasons.
Features
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Vigorous, upright branching growth habit
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Adapted to warm and hot growing conditions
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Suitable for garden beds, raised beds, and containers
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Requires a long frost free growing season
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Performs best in full sun
Specifications
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Scientific name: Capsicum chinense
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Common name (US): Pepper
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Seed type / variety: Trinidad Scorpion
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Growth habit: Upright, branching annual plant
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USDA hardiness zones: 9 to 11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)
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Planting season: Spring
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Sowing season:
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Zones 3 to 6: February to March indoors
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Zones 7 to 8: January to February indoors
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Zones 9 to 11: December to January indoors or direct sow after frost
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Germination time and conditions: 14 to 28 days; soil temperatures between 75 and 90 degrees Fahrenheit
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Sunlight requirements: Full sun
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Soil requirements: Well drained soil with moderate organic matter
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Watering needs: Regular watering; soil kept evenly moist but not saturated
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Mature plant size: 36 to 48 inches in height, 18 to 24 inches spread
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Plant spacing: 18 to 24 inches between plants