7 Pot Katie

7 Pot Katie is a UK-bred Capsicum chinense superhot developed by Nick Duran, also known as Naga Nick, and named for one of his daughters.

About 62 times a Capsi Jalapeño (25,086 SHU typical).

Growing

~115 days to maturity

Fruit size

2.5–7.6 cm

Flavor

fruity with tropical notes

fruity

About

Pods are small and heavily wrinkled, ripening from green to deep red. They have a fruity flavor typical of chinense peppers. Plants are productive and can exceed 1.2 m. Extreme heat suits sauces, powders, and very cautious kitchen use.

Backstory

Nick Duran, known as Naga Nick, developed 7 Pot Katie in the United Kingdom. It is named for one of his daughters and is regarded as one of the hottest peppers bred there.

Appearance

ShapePendant
ColorGreen · Red
Size2.5–7.6 cm
WallMedium
SkinWrinkled

Growing

SunFull
WaterModerate
ClimateTemperate
Days to maturity115 days
Plant height90–150 cm
Germination14–28 days
Spacing45 cm
HardinessZones 9-11

Heritage

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FAQ

How hot is 7 Pot Katie?
Capsi’s sourced range is 1,500,000–1,590,000 SHU (Vendor Claim). Capsi uses a sourced range and a trust tier, not a single marketing number. How we verify heat: https://web.thecapsi.app/learn/heat-and-capsaicin/how-we-measure-heat
What does 7 Pot Katie taste like?
fruity with tropical notes
How do I grow 7 Pot Katie?
7 Pot Katie: about 115 days to maturity, temperate climate, full sun, hardiness zones 9-11.
What can I substitute for 7 Pot Katie?
Capsi does not have that recorded yet.