Explosive Embers 2.0
Easy to Grow
Non-GMO & Natural
High Germination Rate
Loved by Chefs
“Fiery Beauty! Ornamental Peppers with Explosive Heat.”
The Explosive Embers 2.0 pepper (Capsicum annuum) is an ornamental pepper known for its dramatic appearance and high productivity. It is an evolution of the original 'Explosive Ember' pepper, likely with enhanced color and productivity. The plants are bushy and compact, making them ideal for container gardening.
- Flavor: Sweet and fruity with a spicy kick. Unlike many purely ornamental peppers, it is considered tastier and more flavorful, comparable to a cayenne pepper but with a simple sweetness.
- Heat: High, with a range of 30,000–50,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU), similar to a cayenne pepper. This offers a fiery, quick-hitting heat.
- Origin: The Explosive Ember pepper's origin is unclear, but some sources suggest it was developed in the USA. The 2.0 version is a refinement of the original.
- Appearance: This is the pepper's most notable characteristic. The bushy plants feature striking purple stems and foliage, sometimes with purple variegation. The small, conical pods are borne upright and ripen through a vibrant color transformation, starting with deep purple and maturing through orange to a final bright red.
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Culinary Uses: While grown primarily for its ornamental value, the peppers are edible and can be used in cooking. They are a versatile, hot ingredient:
- Hot Sauces and Salsas: Their heat and sweet flavor make them excellent for spicing up sauces and salsas.
- Seasoning: The peppers can be dried and ground into a colorful and fiery chili powder.
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Cooking: They can be added fresh to dishes like soups and stews for a kick of heat.
Explosive Embers 2.0 is a stunning ornamental pepper variety that packs a serious punch. This unique pepper plant features beautiful purple foliage and produces an abundance of small, pointed peppers that ripen from dark purple to orange and finally to a vibrant red. These peppers offer a captivating display in any garden while delivering a fiery heat that will ignite your taste buds.
Note: These peppers are both ornamental and edible, adding a fiery kick to sauces, salsas, and other dishes.
Explosive Embers 2.0
Seeds You Can Trust
Grown for Kitchens, Loved by Gardens
Seeds with a story, flavor, and strength.
Our peppers aren’t just seeds — they’re carefully preserved varieties chosen for vigor, reliability, and exceptional taste. Open-pollinated and non-GMO, every seed is selected to deliver strong germination, abundant harvests, and the culinary character chefs and gardeners crave. 🌱🔥
💡 Need growing advice? See our How to Grow Peppers in Canada blog post for step-by-step tips.
From Seed to Kitchen
Rare & Culinary-Grade Pepper Seeds
Our pepper seeds are curated for chefs, growers, and adventurous gardeners who want more than just a harvest. Each variety is open-pollinated and non-GMO, selected for flavor integrity, strong germination, and cultural heritage. These aren’t generic peppers — they’re living links to food traditions around the world, from mountain-grown rocotos to tropical biquinhos. Whether you’re chasing authentic flavors or abundant yields, every packet connects your garden to global cuisine.
Frequent Asked Questions
Q: Are your seeds suitable for home gardeners and professional chefs?
Absolutely! Our seeds are chosen for exceptional flavor, vibrant growth, and reliable yields—perfect for home gardens, restaurant kitchens, and culinary professionals alike.
Q: What does “heritage” or “heirloom” mean for your seeds?
Heritage and heirloom seeds are traditional varieties passed down through generations, valued for their flavor, history, and ability to be saved and replanted.
Q: How high is the germination rate of your seeds?
Our seeds are tested for high germination rates, ensuring strong, healthy plants when grown under proper conditions.
Q: Do you offer rare or specialty varieties?
Yes—we pride ourselves on offering unique, flavorful, and hard-to-find varieties that bring diversity and richness to your culinary creations.
