Borg 9 Purple Red Pepper Plant

Superhot Hybrid | Dark Foliage | Color-Shifting Pods

At-a-Glance:🪴 Container Friendly (5+ gal) • 🔥 Rare Genetics

Heat Level: ☄️ Superhot (1,000,000+ SHU)

Borg 9 Purple Red is a rare superhot Capsicum chinense variety known for its dark foliage and striking pods that mature from deep purple tones to vibrant red. Originating from Borg-type breeding lines, this pepper produces heavily wrinkled, high-heat pods with a strong aroma and clean, fruity flavor.

Key Characteristics:

• Rare Borg-type superhot selection

• Medium-to-large plant with vigorous growth

• Dark stems and foliage with purple undertones

• Pods transition from dark purple to red

• Wrinkled pods, often with slight stinger shapes

• Extremely high heat level

• Mid-to-late season maturity

Why Grow It?

• Unique dark foliage adds ornamental appeal

• Color-shifting pods stand out in the garden

• Intense heat for superhot enthusiasts

• Thin-walled pods ideal for drying and powders

Patina Note: A bold Borg-type superhot combining dramatic color with powerful, clean heat.*