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About Carolina Reaper
Carolina Reaper is a relatively rare houseplant šæ that needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light āļø and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Carolina Reaper likes soil that is well draining. You may want to supplement with a gentle, organic fertilizer throughout the peak growing season.
Taxonomy
Capsicum chinense 'Carolina Reaper'
Capsicum
Solanaceae
Solanales

How to care for Carolina Reaper

How often to water your Carolina Reaper

every 9
Carolina Reaper needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9

Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.

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Finding light for Carolina Reaper in your home

a window
Carolina Reaper love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Carolina Reaper does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Carolina Reaper in your home š”.

How to fertilize Carolina Reaper

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Carolina Reaper after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.

Carolina Reaper prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Carolina Reaper requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Humidity
Carolina Reaper doesnāt require additional humidity. Plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves, so the best way to provide humidity for your plants is through watering the soil.
Soil
Carolina Reaper does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Carolina Reaper is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Native Region
Carolina Reaper is native to the Americas.
Care Summary for Carolina Reaper
Carolina Reaper
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
