{"product_id":"carolina-reaper-seeds-capsicum-chinense","title":"Carolina Reaper Seeds (Capsicum chinense)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .qps-product-page {\n    --qps-navy:#1D1D4D;\n    --qps-green:#7CAC4E;\n    --qps-berry:#DE3467;\n    --qps-leaf:#83B644;\n    --qps-lime:#DCFB50;\n    --qps-cream:#FBFAF4;\n    --qps-text:#425f4b;\n    font-family:inherit;\n    color:var(--qps-text);\n    background:var(--qps-cream);\n    border-radius:24px;\n    padding:26px;\n    border:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.12);\n    box-shadow:0 18px 42px rgba(29,29,77,.08);\n    line-height:1.6;\n  }\n\n  .qps-product-page * { box-sizing:border-box; }\n\n  .qps-title {\n    color:var(--qps-navy);\n    font-size:34px;\n    line-height:1.1;\n    margin:0 0 14px;\n    padding-bottom:14px;\n    border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.28);\n  }\n\n  .qps-lead { font-size:16px; margin:0 0 18px; }\n\n  .qps-highlight {\n    background:linear-gradient(135deg,#fff,#F4F7EE);\n    border-left:5px solid var(--qps-berry);\n    border-radius:16px;\n    padding:15px;\n    margin:16px 0;\n  }\n\n  .qps-card-grid {\n    display:grid;\n    grid-template-columns:repeat(2,minmax(0,1fr));\n    gap:10px;\n    margin:18px 0;\n  }\n\n  .qps-card {\n    background:#fff;\n    border:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.08);\n    border-radius:14px;\n    padding:12px;\n  }\n\n  .qps-card strong,\n  .qps-highlight strong { color:var(--qps-navy); }\n\n  .qps-icon {\n    width:24px;\n    height:24px;\n    border-radius:50%;\n    display:inline-flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    justify-content:center;\n    background:rgba(222,52,103,.12);\n    color:var(--qps-navy);\n    font-size:12px;\n    font-weight:900;\n    margin-right:6px;\n  }\n\n  .qps-detail {\n    margin-top:12px;\n    background:#fff;\n    border-radius:16px;\n    border:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.1);\n    overflow:hidden;\n  }\n\n  .qps-detail summary {\n    cursor:pointer;\n    padding:14px 16px;\n    font-weight:900;\n    color:var(--qps-navy);\n    background:linear-gradient(90deg,#fff,#F4F7EE);\n    list-style:none;\n  }\n\n  .qps-detail summary::-webkit-details-marker { display:none; }\n\n  .qps-detail summary:after {\n    content:\"+\";\n    float:right;\n    color:var(--qps-berry);\n    font-size:22px;\n    line-height:1;\n  }\n\n  .qps-detail[open] summary:after { content:\"–\"; }\n\n  .qps-detail-content { padding:0 16px 16px; }\n\n  .qps-table {\n    width:100%;\n    border-collapse:collapse;\n    margin-top:10px;\n    font-size:14px;\n  }\n\n  .qps-table th,\n  .qps-table td {\n    text-align:left;\n    padding:9px;\n    border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.1);\n    vertical-align:top;\n  }\n\n  .qps-table th { color:var(--qps-navy); }\n\n  .qps-tip {\n    margin-top:16px;\n    background:linear-gradient(135deg,var(--qps-navy),#2d2d68);\n    color:#fff;\n    padding:16px;\n    border-radius:16px;\n  }\n\n  @media (max-width:700px) {\n    .qps-product-page {\n      padding:16px;\n      border-radius:18px;\n    }\n\n    .qps-title { font-size:28px; }\n\n    .qps-card-grid { grid-template-columns:1fr; }\n\n    .qps-table,\n    .qps-table tbody,\n    .qps-table tr,\n    .qps-table td {\n      display:block;\n      width:100%;\n    }\n\n    .qps-table thead { display:none; }\n\n    .qps-table tr {\n      padding:8px 0;\n      border-bottom:1px solid rgba(29,29,77,.12);\n    }\n\n    .qps-table td {\n      border:0;\n      padding:5px 0;\n    }\n\n    .qps-table td:before {\n      content:attr(data-label);\n      display:block;\n      font-weight:900;\n      color:var(--qps-navy);\n    }\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-product-page\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"qps-lead\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarolina Reaper\u003c\/strong\u003e is an extremely hot tropical chilli variety known for its intense heat and characteristically slow germination. Its thick seed coat means patience, warmth and consistent moisture are especially important during the early stages of growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"qps-lead\"\u003eSow Carolina Reaper seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e5 mm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in a premium seed-raising mix. Germination typically takes between \u003cstrong\u003e14 and 35+ days\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending heavily on soil temperature and growing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-highlight\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Germination Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor best results, maintain a consistent soil temperature of \u003cstrong\u003e26°C–30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally around \u003cstrong\u003e28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, using a heat mat and humidity dome. Pre-soaking seeds in lukewarm water for \u003cstrong\u003e12–24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e before sowing may help speed up germination.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Germination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 14–35+ days\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌡️ Germination Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e26°C–30°C, ideally 28°C\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📏 Sowing Depth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 5 mm deep\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e🌶️ Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApprox. 16–24 weeks from sowing\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📐 Spacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlants 50–100 cm apart; rows 80–120 cm apart\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-card\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e☀️ Conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFull sun with fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e🌱\u003c\/span\u003e Sowing \u0026amp; Germination Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"qps-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStep\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGrowing Notes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-Soaking\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12–24 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoak seeds in lukewarm water before sowing to help soften the thick seed coat and potentially improve germination speed.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSowing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 5 mm deep\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSow into a premium-quality seed-raising mix.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26°C–30°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAim for a steady temperature of around 28°C for best results. A heat mat is highly recommended.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHumidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm and humid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA humidity dome can help maintain stable warmth and moisture while seeds germinate.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGermination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14–35+ days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarolina Reaper seeds can germinate slowly. Cooler or inconsistent temperatures may extend the germination period.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e📏\u003c\/span\u003e Spacing \u0026amp; Growing Conditions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"qps-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRequirement\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommendation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlant Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50–100 cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRow Spacing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80–120 cm apart\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun position\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAllow the top layer of soil to dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHarvest\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 16–24 weeks from sowing, depending on location and weather conditions.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e💧\u003c\/span\u003e Feeding Guide\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDuring germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not fertilise while seeds are germinating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter true leaves appear:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begin feeding once the seedlings develop their first true leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended strength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a liquid fertiliser at approximately \u003cstrong\u003e¼ strength once per week\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"qps-detail\" open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e\u003cspan class=\"qps-icon\"\u003e⚠\u003c\/span\u003e Carolina Reaper Safety\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-detail-content\"\u003eCarolina Reaper is an \u003cstrong\u003eextremely hot chilli\u003c\/strong\u003e, reaching heat levels of up to approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.2 million Scoville Heat Units (SHU)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlways wear gloves\u003c\/strong\u003e when handling the seeds, leaves or fruit, and take care to avoid transferring chilli residue to your eyes or face.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qps-tip\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQPS Grower’s Tip\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeat is the key to Carolina Reaper germination. Keep the seed-raising mix consistently warm at around \u003cstrong\u003e28°C\u003c\/strong\u003e and be patient — healthy seeds can still take more than a month to emerge.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Quality Plants \u0026 Seedlings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43882192797755,"sku":null,"price":5.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/8526\/9563\/files\/wwhcr.jpg?v=1678825395","url":"https:\/\/www.qpseedlings.com.au\/products\/carolina-reaper-seeds-capsicum-chinense","provider":"Quality Plants \u0026 Seedlings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}