Recordbreaker Collection
Super Hot Chillies

It’s been raining for weeks, which makes starting chillies feel wrong. But they don’t begin outdoors — they begin indoors. A chilli plant spends its first 6–8 weeks simply building roots.. During that time it lives happily on a windowsill and ignores the weather entirely.
It’s been raining for weeks, which makes starting chillies feel wrong. But they don’t begin outdoors — they begin indoors.

Superhot Chilli Plug Plant Collection

Recordbreaker Chilli Plug Plant Collection

World-class heat in one pack: Heat Level: ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The hottest chillies in the world are now available in one collection. This Recordbreaker Plug Collection includes three stars of the Guinness Book of Records and three of the consistently hottest chillies according to the Chilli Pepper Institute Trials. This is a must-have collection for true chilli enthusiasts seeking both extreme heat and unique flavours.

What's Included:

• Carolina Reaper Chilli Plug (USA, 1,569,300 SHU - Guinness Book of Records): Bred in Fort South Carolina by Ed Currie, this chilli was originally known as HP22B. It features intense, fiery heat with a fruity, sweet flavour. The Carolina Reaper held the title of the world's hottest chilli for a time and is known for its eye-watering intensity.

• Butch Trinidad Scorpion Chilli Plug (USA, 1,463,700 SHU - Guinness Book of Records): Created by Butch Taylor, who selectively bred Trinidad Scorpions to maximize their heat. A Butch T grown in Australia claimed a spot in the Guinness Book of Records with a rating of 1,463,700 SHU. Known for its floral, almost earthy flavour, it held the record for nearly two years from early 2012 to December 2013.

• Bhut Jolokia Chilli Plug (India, 1,001,304 SHU - Guinness Book of Records): Also known as the Ghost Pepper, this chilli is a long-time favourite for its intense heat and sublime citrusy flavour. It was in the Guinness Book of Records from 2007 to 2010 and remains popular among chilli heads around the world for its smoky, fruity undertones.

• Yellow Morouga Scorpion Chilli Plug (Trinidad, 2,009,231 SHU - Chilli Pepper Institute record): Known for its exceptionally high heat levels, Morouga Scorpion had the highest single pod measurement of 2,009,231 SHU. It produces pimpled, golf-ball-sized pods with a scorpion kick to their tails, offering an intense tropical fruitiness along with its heat.

• Red Seven Pot Chilli Plug (Trinidad, 1,291,800 SHU - Chilli Pepper Institute record): Named for its ability to spice up seven pots of stew, this chilli is infamous for its robust heat and fruity flavour. The pods have a Scoville rating of over 1 million and are loved for their complexity and heat level.

• Chocolate Primo Chilli Plug (UK, 1,500,000 SHU): This beast is a rare superhot, a darker twist on the infamous 7 Pot Primo, with brutal heat that lingers. Expect an earthy complexity alongside its fire—like a scorching hit of dark chocolate with an afterburn that refuses to quit. Not for the faint-hearted, but if you’re chasing intensity with flavour, the Chocolate Primo delivers in spades.

Additional Information

▶ Carolina Reaper: Extreme heat with a fruity, sweet flavour. Originally bred in South Carolina

▶ Butch Trinidad Scorpion: Floral, earthy flavour with an intense punch. Selectively bred for maximum heat

▶ Bhut Jolokia: Smoky and citrusy, perfect for sauces. A long-time favourite among chilli enthusiasts

▶ Yellow Moruga Scorpion: Fruity, tropical flavour with exceptionally high heat levels. Produces wrinkled, golf-ball-sized pods

▶ Red Seven Pot: Complex, fruity taste with heat intense enough to flavour multiple dishes

▶ Chocolate Primo Chilli: Savage heat with a rich, dark twist. The Chocolate Primo is a molten inferno wrapped in smoky, earthy flavour—brutal yet irresistible

▶ Growing Conditions: These chillies thrive in warm, sunny environments. For best results, grow in a greenhouse, conservatory, or sunny, sheltered outdoor spot. Use well-draining soil and keep the plants evenly watered once fruiting begins

▶ Plant Habit: Most varieties grow into medium to large bushy plants (60–120 cm), with vigorous fruiting in good conditions. Stake as needed to support heavy yields

▶ Feeding: Start with a balanced feed during early growth, switching to a high-potassium tomato feed once flowers appear to encourage fruiting

▶ How to Grow Chillies: My free 28-page booklet, "How to Grow Chillies," is included with every plant or seed order

Coir Blocks

Classic Hots

Record-breakers

Cooks' Collection

Growing tips from World of Chillies

Chilli Problems

Chilli Blogs

Chilli Nutrients

World of Chillies Bhut Jolokia chillies ripening on the plant

Potting On Chillies

Chilli Pests

Chilli Diseases

World of Chillies was set up by Sarah Hunt in 2011 to promote chilli growing and the enjoyment of everything hot and spicy.

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▶ 1. Easy to Grow: Some chillies are just a joy to grow — compact and happy in a pot (5). Others shoot off in all directions or sulk. (1). I’ve given higher scores to the ones that do well here in the UK.

▶ 2. Ornamental Quality: A few of these are real show-offs, with pods that look like jewels or dramatic foliage . Others are more practical than pretty. This score is just about how good they look.

▶ 3. Heat Level: This isn’t a technical SHU score — it’s just a kitchen-friendly 1 to 5. A 1 means very mild (like a jalapeño), a 5 is properly hot (think Bhut Jolokia). It should help you judge!

▶ 4. Hardiness: How well do they cope with our unpredictable summers? I’ve given higher scores to the tough ones that keep going through cool nights, wind, or patchy weather.

▶ 5. Culinary Use: This one’s about how often I actually use them. Some are perfect for pickling, others for stuffing, sauces or powders. If it’s flavourful and versatile, it scores high.