Capsicum Frutescens – ChilliChump Seeds

CC Sahara Blaze

Shaun aka ChilliChump — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:23:31 +0000

CC Sahara Blaze is a brand-new release for 2025, developed over three years of selective breeding from my Moz Piri Piri line. I first noticed this variation for its compact growth and striking red upright pods, about 6 cm long.

It produces heavily and stays tidy, making it ideal for pots or small spaces. The heat level is similar to Moz Piri Piri, with that same bright, clean flavour. It also makes a beautiful ornamental, with vivid red pods contrasting against the dark green foliage.

CC Sahara Blaze loves plenty of light and warmth. It will thrive outdoors in full sun, or indoors on a bright windowsill with some supplemental light.

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Basket of Fire

Shaun aka ChilliChump — Fri, 29 Nov 2024 17:29:38 +0000

The Basket of Fire is a compact, ornamental chilli variety that produces a vibrant mix of small, tapered fruits ripening through purple, cream, yellow, orange, and finally to red. With a heat level reaching up to 100,000 SHU, it offers a solid medium-hot kick with a slightly sweet, citrusy flavour. Ideal for containers and hanging baskets, this hardy plant is exceptionally prolific and thrives in cooler climates. A hybrid Capsicum annuum, it fruits early and continues throughout the season, making it perfect for fresh use, drying, or adding colour and heat to cooked dishes.

Details:

Species: Capsicum annuum
Scoville Heat Units (SHU): 70,000–100,000
Origin: Developed for ornamental and culinary use
Time to Fruit: Approximately 90 days from sowing
Culinary Uses: Ideal for adding heat to salsas, marinades, and barbecue sauces; suitable for drying or freezing for later use

Serrano Tampiqueño

Shaun aka ChilliChump — Sun, 05 Nov 2023 17:18:44 +0000

The Serrano Tampiqueño is a cherished Mexican chilli variety, renowned for its vibrant flavour and moderate heat. Measuring approximately 2 inches in length, these slender, glossy peppers mature from green to red, offering a Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) range of 8,000 to 25,000. Their crisp texture and bright, biting flavour make them ideal for fresh salsas, sauces, and pickling. This Capsicum annuum species thrives in warm climates, with plants reaching up to 3 feet in height and producing abundant fruit approximately 75 days after transplanting. Originating from the mountainous regions of Mexico, the Serrano Tampiqueño is a staple in traditional dishes, especially in salsas like Pico de Gallo. Some argue that this variety tastes even better than the Serrano!

Species: Capsicum annuum
Scoville (SHU): 8,000–25,000
Origin: Mexico
Time to Fruit: 75 days from transplant
Culinary Uses: Salsas, sauces, pickling, fresh consumption
Parentage: Heirloom variety

CC Piri Piri: ChilliChump Exclusive

Shaun aka ChilliChump — Fri, 07 Jan 2022 17:00:02 +0000

I have been cultivating and isolating the CC Piri Piri for many years. It is a strong cultivar which produces many delicious chillies. It is a favourite of mine for a reason! It is the most used chilli in my kitchen. You will find many recipes on my YouTube channel using this fantastic chilli!

Heat

~175k SHU

Days to Maturity

75-90 days

Growing Conditions

Germinates in 1-2 weeks. Not frost hardy. Likes lots of direct sunlight! Can produce well for up to 3 years

Culinary Uses

Very versatile! Great for sauces, marinades, chilli powder and just spicing up meals.

** 10+ seeds in each pack **

Moz Piri Piri

Shaun aka ChilliChump — Mon, 15 Nov 2021 16:34:44 +0000

Moz Piri Piri is another favourite of mine! It is a Piri Piri varient that I brought back from Mozambique. The chillies grows a little bigger than my Piri Piri. Another very prolific plant, and certainly one I will grow every year. It isn’t as spicy as my Piri Piri but still a fantastic chilli for sauces, cooking or my favourite…Piri Piri Chicken!