Purple Leaf BBG7 Chilli Seeds – 10 Seeds

Species: Capsicum chinense

Description

Purple Leaf BBG7 is a rare and visually striking chinense chilli variety, producing elongated, tapered pods that ripen from green to bright orange-red. Its most distinctive feature is the deep purple foliage, which provides a dramatic contrast to the vibrant fruits. Known for its extreme heat and fruity undertones, this chilli is perfect for super-hot enthusiasts, ornamental planting, and culinary use.

Heat levels are extremely hot, typically estimated at 700,000–1,000,000 Scoville Heat Units, delivering a fiery, lingering burn beneath subtle sweet and tropical notes. Purple Leaf BBG7 is ideal for hot sauces, pastes, salsas, or drying for chilli powders.

Plants are compact, bushy, and highly productive under warm, protected conditions. Recommended for experienced growers familiar with handling super-hot chinense chillies.

Phenotype

• Plant habit: Compact, bushy, upright

• Foliage: Deep purple

• Pod shape: Elongated, tapered

• Pod size: Approx. 5–8 cm

• Colour progression: Green → bright orange-red

• Productivity: Heavy, clustered pods

• Notable traits: Super-hot chinense, fruity undertones, ornamental purple foliage

Key Features

• Super-hot Capsicum chinense variety

• Bright orange-red pods with deep purple foliage

• Estimated heat: 700,000–1,000,000 SHU

• Fruity undertones beneath extreme heat

• Heavy cropping, compact, ornamental plants

• Pack contains 10 seeds

Culinary Uses

• Extreme hot sauces and pastes

• Drying and grinding into powders

• Heat-intensive cooking (use sparingly)

• Decorative edible plant

Growing Notes

• Requires warmth for germination and growth

• Best grown in greenhouse, polytunnel, or sunny outdoor locations in the UK

• Compact, bushy, highly productive

• Recommended for experienced growers

Warning:
Extremely hot chilli – gloves and eye protection strongly advised when handling.