Carolina Reaper - The World's Hottest Chilli (10+ Organic Seeds) 2 to 3 inches long by 1 to 1.5 inches wide; medium thick flesh; matures from green to red; pendant pods; green leaves; 30 to 36 inches tall; Extremely Late Season (120+ days); Here it is, 2013 Guinness Book record holder for the world's hottest pepper, averaging 1.569 million on the Scoville Scale!! Firstly, we would like to say that there are many different ways to germinate your seeds. Opinions and methods vary and the starting point for any undertaking these days always warrants checking the internet. The internet has a wealth of information on this and there is no hard or fast rule as to how to do this. This having been said, the method we will demonstrate is the wet towel and ziplock method, which is very popular among the chilliheads the world over. When should I start germinating my seeds? This process takes place indoors, so outside temperatures are not a factor. Although you will require a warm spot in your house for the seeds to germinate.Optimal germination temperatures are 80 - 85 degree and constant. Lower germination temperatures may result in longer germination times and temperatures too low may result in germination not taking place. Our seeds/bulbs are guaranteed to be fresh but are NOT guaranteed as to results. Sorry, but there are too many variables in gardening that can impact germination. Flower seeds/bulbs are a live organism. Their germination depends on many factor including heat, cooling, sun, shade, moisture, time of sowing, etc. None of these things We can control so We can not be held responsible for them. So please do not ask for a refund, replacement or to return unused seeds/bulbs.