Origin: A rare and extreme chilli variety originating from the United Kingdom, selected from the famous Dorset Naga line

Flavour: Intensely hot with a deep, smoky aroma and subtle fruity undertones beneath the heat

Best place to grow: Greenhouse, polytunnel, or a warm, sheltered outdoor spot with full sun

Fun Fact: Dorset Naga Black is among the hottest chillies in the world, often exceeding 1 million Scoville units

Shape, size & colour: Produces medium-sized, wrinkled pods that ripen from dark green to deep black and finally red

Applications: Ideal for hot sauces, chilli pastes, drying, and extreme heat cooking in very small quantities

Planting Period: February to April (indoors)

Maturity Period: 100–120 days from sowing