{"product_id":"black-scorpion-tongue","title":"Black Scorpion Tongue","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Scorpion Tongue is a striking ornamental chilli with small, dark purple to nearly black pods that ripen to deep red. The pods are crunchy with a sweet, fruity flavour and a lingering heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlants grow about 60–90 cm tall and set heavy loads of pods on dark, attractive plants. It is a US-developed variety grown for both looks and eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBotanical name: \u003cem\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrowth habit: Upright and bushy (medium height)\u003cbr\u003eFoliage: Green\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun\u003cbr\u003eSpacing: 35–45 cm (14–18\")\u003cbr\u003eContainer friendly: Yes; performs well in large containers\u003cbr\u003eSupport: Recommended under heavy fruit load\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit and Harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePods are small, about 2.5–5 cm long, ripening from dark purple or black to deep red. Strong sun can leave black striping or blotches on the skin; harvest at any colour stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeat level: Hot (50,000–100,000 SHU)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent for:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHot sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalsas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrnamental planters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Buy a Starter Plant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStarting with an established plant provides:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarlier harvest in northern climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaster establishment and vigorous growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliable production for longer-season peppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrown With Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWell suited for: Well suited for: containers, ornamental beds and gardeners looking for a dark-fruited chilli.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolia Bloom Co. ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48288496255147,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0695\/9824\/9131\/files\/too-hot-for-picture-day_8a8f13e2-5759-41c2-ae77-610cf413b5e9.png?v=1792198797","url":"https:\/\/petroliabloomco.com\/products\/black-scorpion-tongue","provider":"Petrolia Bloom Co. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}