Little Devil Calabrese (Diavolicchio Calabrese) - 25 pcs. seeds

Little Devil Calabrese is both an ornamental and culinary variety. The medium-tall plants develop sturdy, dark green leaves, between which beautiful clusters of bright red chili peppers form.

Described as the spiciest variety belonging to the Mediterranean tradition , the variety is easy to grow and performs very well outdoors, including in pots, making it suitable for balconies and terraces.

Characteristics of the variety

• Variety: Little Devil Calabrese
• Alternative name: Diavolicchio Calabrese
• Botanical species: Capsicum annuum
• Type: Chili pepper
• Hotness: 50,000 SHU
• Color of ripe fruit: Red
• Fruiting: In clusters
• Fruits in a cluster: 10–15 pieces
• Taste: Strongly spicy and spicy
• Aroma: Pronounced, aromatic
• Leaves: Healthy, dark green
• Height: Medium tall plant
• Outdoor growing: Excellent
• Suitable for pots: Yes
• Difficulty: Easy to grow.

🔥 Anger

50,000 SHU

At 50,000 units on the Scoville scale, Diavolicio Calabrese offers serious and pronounced spiciness. Vreeken's emphasizes that the small fruits are not only very hot, but also aromatic and spicy in taste .

🌱 Sowing and growing

Sowing: January – April
Location: Indoors
Germination temperature: 20–30°C
Greenhouse: recommended for higher yield
Planting outdoors: around the end of May
Potted: Yes
Support: taller plants can be tied up
Pruning: possible to obtain a more compact shape.

In the fall, the plants can be moved to pots and brought indoors. On a bright windowsill, they can continue to form and ripen fruit.

🍴 Culinary app

As a traditional Mediterranean chili pepper, Little Devil Calabrese is great for spicy sauces, pasta, pizza, marinades, meat and vegetable dishes. The small fruits are also convenient for drying , then can be used whole, crushed or ground as a hot spice.

💡 Tip from Urban Botaniks: Little Devil Calabrese is a particularly good choice for lovers of traditional Italian chili peppers. The compact clusters of 10–15 red fruits look beautiful on the plant, and the 50,000 SHU heat and strong aroma make them excellent for drying and using as a homemade hot spice.