Yellow Mutant

  • Brand: Petrolia Bloom Co.
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Yellow Mutant is a rare superhot chili that ripens to yellow. It is described by its grower as very hot with very good flavour.It arose as a yellow mutation in a grow-out of a chocolate variety by a Canadian seed grower. Pod shape can vary, with up to three shapes...

$6.00

Yellow Mutant is a rare superhot chili that ripens to yellow. It is described by its grower as very hot with very good flavour.

It arose as a yellow mutation in a grow-out of a chocolate variety by a Canadian seed grower. Pod shape can vary, with up to three shapes on one plant, and colour and heat may vary.

Plant Details

Botanical name: Capsicum chinense
Growth habit: Upright and bushy (medium height)
Foliage: Green
Sun: Full sun
Spacing: 45–60 cm (18–24")
Container friendly: Yes; performs well in large containers
Support: Recommended under heavy fruit load

Fruit and Harvest

Pods ripen from green to yellow and may vary in shape on the same plant. Harvest when fully yellow; wear gloves when handling.

Heat level: Superhot (about 1,000,000 SHU)

Excellent for:

  • Hot sauce
  • Chili powder
  • Drying
  • Spicing marinades sparingly
  • Collectors’ gardens

Why Buy a Starter Plant?

Starting with an established plant provides:

  • Earlier harvest in northern climates
  • Faster establishment and vigorous growth
  • Reliable production for longer-season peppers

Grown With Care

Our starter plants are grown without chemical pesticides and gradually hardened for outdoor growing, ensuring strong, healthy plants ready for transplanting once temperatures are consistently warm.

Well suited for: experienced growers and superhot collectors.