Apocalypse Scorpion Pepper Plants

The Apocalypse Scorpion is an extreme super hot pepper known for its intense heat, aggressive appearance, and lingering burn. Often compared to and sometimes rivaling the Carolina Reaper, this variety delivers powerful heat paired with subtle fruity undertones for growers who want one of the hottest peppers available. Grown hydroponically in a controlled environment, our Apocalypse Scorpion plants arrive healthy, pest-free, and ready to establish quickly once transplanted. What You’ll Receive: Apocalypse Scorpion pepper plant hydroponically grown in rockwool (no soil) Plant height at shipping: Approx. 4” tall Actively growing with a strong, well-developed root system Care instructions included Bonus: 4-pack orders include a FREE sample compost tea fertilizer Because our plants are grown hydroponically, they will require an adjustment period and it will take a few weeks for them to acclimate when transplanted into soil or containers. To learn more about our methods and to ensure success, review the sections below: Our Live Plant Growing & Shipping Process and When Your Live Pepper Plants Arrive. About the Apocalypse Scorpion Pepper The Apocalypse Scorpion is a Capsicum chinense variety prized for its extreme heat and dramatic pod shape. Peppers typically grow about 2 inches long, ripening to a bright red color with gnarled, textured skin and the occasional scorpion tail. While the heat is intense and long-lasting, many growers note subtle fruity notes beneath the fire, making this pepper a popular choice for ultra-hot sauces, powders, and spice blends. Heat Level: Extremely hot (often comparable to Carolina Reaper levels) Flavor: Fruity undertones followed by sustained, intense heat Pepper Appearance: Bright red, heavily textured pods with scorpion tails Culinary Use: Hot sauces, powders, dehydrated flakes, and ultra-spicy cooking (use sparingly) Growing & Care Information Grower Experience Level: Expert Growth Habit: Bushy, vigorous plant Mature Plant Size: Approximately 3–4 feet tall Pepper Pod Size: Typically around 2 inches long Days to Maturity: Approximately 90–110 days from transplant Ways to Grow: In-ground garden beds, raised beds, and large containers with proper drainage If you’d prefer to start from seed, we also offer Apocalypse Scorpion pepper seeds and Seed Starting Supplies, a great option for growers who enjoy raising plants from the very beginning or planning ahead for future seasons.