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Little Bastard Seeds

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[Extreme heat] [C. Chinense] Compact superhot plant with disproportionately fiery small fruits.

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Little Bastard Seeds

Little Bastard Seeds produce a compact superhot variety with disproportionately extreme heat, belonging to the species Capsicum chinense.

The Little Bastard Plant

plant stays compact, 50-70 cm, also suited to container growing, and produces numerous small, bumpy fruits turning deep red at ripeness.

How to Sow Little Bastard

sowing should be done between February and March in a heated seedbed at 26-28°C: germination is slow, taking 2 to 5 weeks, and benefits from constant light.

How to Grow Little Bastard

transplanting takes place once seedlings have 4-6 true leaves and night temperatures are above 15°C, in full sun and fertile, well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

Tips for Little Bastard

it should be watered regularly without waterlogging, and benefits from potassium-rich feeding during flowering to favor fruit set and heat.

Diseases and Pests of Little Bastard

it can be prone to aphids and spider mites under protected cultivation, as well as root rot in case of excess moisture.

Uses and Curiosities of Little Bastard

the fruits have an extreme heat level, disproportionate to the plant's compact size, suited to hot sauces for true enthusiasts, handle with gloves.

Properties of Little Bastard

like all chili peppers, it is rich in capsaicin, vitamin C and antioxidants, with metabolism-stimulating properties.

Nutritional Values of Little Bastard

  • Calories: about 40 kcal
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fat: 0.4 g
  • Fiber: 1.5 g