Description
Species: Chinense, Extreme heat, High yield
Belonging to the Capsicum chinense family, the Yellow 7 Pod pepper thrives in both pot and ground environments, growing up to a meter in height and width. In optimal conditions, its height can double, presenting a picturesque, sprawling bush.
Taste Profile
The Yellow 7 Pod pepper delivers a delightful combination of sweetness and fruitiness, accentuated by a fresh, zesty undertone. Its flavour profile adds depth and complexity to culinary creations, making it a prized ingredient. Watch our chilli tasting video to delve deeper into its unique taste experience.
Heat Level
Brace yourself for an intense heat experience with the Yellow 7 Pod pepper. Rated as extremely hot, exercise caution when incorporating it into dishes, as its fiery kick can overwhelm the palate if used excessively. It is rated around 800,000 to 1,200,000 SHU on the Scoville scale.
Texture and Appearance
With its big, bushy plant adorned with large green leaves, the Yellow 7 Pod pepper stands out in any garden or pot. The pods, initially green, transition to a captivating yellow colour when ripe, boasting a sizeable, robust shape.
Size of Plant
When cultivated in a pot, the Yellow 7 Pod pepper typically reaches a height of one meter, nearly matching its width. Planted in the ground, it can double in height, showcasing its vigour and propensity for abundant growth.
Culinary Uses
Embrace the versatility of the Yellow 7 Pod pepper by incorporating it into homemade hot sauces, chilli salts, or powders. Its intense heat and fruity flavour make it an ideal candidate for elevating dishes with a fiery kick.
Growing and Care
For optimal growth, provide the Yellow 7 Pod pepper with well-drained soil and ample sunlight. Regular watering and occasional fertilisation support its development. Exercise caution during handling and consumption due to its extreme heat level.
Fun Facts
- The “7 Pod” name originates from the belief that a single pod can provide enough heat to spice up seven pots of stew. Additionally, this pepper is used in traditional medicine in some cultures for its reported health benefits, including as a pain reliever due to its capsaicin content.
Andreas.pichowski (verified owner) –
I am growing these for the first time now, and they are absolutely amazing. The pods grow very large for a super hot pepper. They have very beautiful. Flavor is extremely fruity and juicy, only a hint of floral falvor. I would say it is one of the best tasting peppers I had so far. Then the heat kicks in. The burn is intense, but quite pleasant. It start fast and then builds for about 2 minutes. Then the cruises along for a couple of minutes.
The plants grow quite large and produce a nice amount of pods. As the pods themself are large, you can expect a nice harvest if you grow them well.
Highly recommended
dufea1 –
This variety of a yellow 7 Pod has a huge germination rate. It grows fast and big on the Window and produces huge and very heavy beautiful warm-yellow pods. They taste realy fresh, a little bit citric, so it has a very, very god taste. But it is true, you can taste this only a few seconds. Then your mouth is extremely on fire. Here in Germany it is a perfect Spice for Currywurst-Sauce (Currywurst: in slices cutted sausage with a kind of self made ketchup sauce. Curry powder and Chili are sprinkled on top.).
Highly recommended!