Sugar Rush Peach Stripey Chilli

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Our story begins not in a high-tech lab, but in the humble pepper patch of a passionate chilli grower in the United Kingdom. The Sugar Rush Stripey is a stunning, naturally occurring mutation of the 'Sugar Rush Peach' pepper. This happy accident was first discovered in 2015 by a Welsh grower named Chris Fowler. While his Sugar Rush Peach plants were flourishing, one plant decided to do its own thing, producing these astonishingly beautiful striped pods. It was a one-in-a-million discovery that has since taken the chilli world by storm!

True to its name, the Sugar Rush Stripey is a work of art. The peppers are elongated and slightly flattened, typically growing to about 7-10 cm long, often with a cute little tail at the end. As they ripen, they put on a spectacular show, transforming from a pale green to a gorgeous peachy-orange, all while developing vibrant, vertical, cherry-red stripes. Each pepper is a unique masterpiece, looking like it's been hand-painted by a mischievous garden pixie!

But what about the flavour? This is where the "Sugar Rush" part truly comes to life. Biting into one reveals a wonderfully crisp and juicy texture, followed by an incredible sweetness that's reminiscent of tropical fruit and apricots. This delightful sweetness is then chased by a pleasant, building warmth. The heat level is a very approachable medium, typically ranging from 25,000 to 50,000 on the Scoville Heat Scale. This perfect balance of sugar and spice makes it incredibly versatile.

The Sugar Rush Stripey is an absolute star in the kitchen. Its sweetness makes it perfect for creating sensational hot sauces and jams that have a complex, fruity base. Slice them fresh into salads or salsas for a pop of colour and a sweet, spicy crunch. They are also fantastic when pickled, candied, or even used as a show-stopping, edible garnish for cocktails!

The Sugar Rush Stripey pepper grows on a plant that belongs to the Capsicum baccatum species, a variety famous for its fruity and citrusy notes. The plant itself is a vigorous and sprawling grower, often reaching impressive heights of 1.5 meters or even more, with a width to match. It has a vine-like growth habit, so it appreciates a bit of support from a stake or cage to hold up its bountiful branches. The leaves are a lush, vibrant green, creating a beautiful contrast with the peachy, striped jewels hanging beneath.

What's truly fascinating about the Sugar Rush Stripey is its genetic instability, which is part of its charm. Because it's a relatively recent natural mutation, the expression of the stripes can sometimes vary from plant to plant, or even from pepper to pepper on the same plant! This element of surprise is a delight for growers. Furthermore, the C. baccatum species is known for being exceptionally productive, and the Sugar Rush Stripey is no exception. Be prepared for a massive harvest of these beautiful candy-striped peppers from a single, well-cared-for plant! It’s a sweet, spicy, and stunning addition that brings a sense of wonder and fun to any garden.


Quantity of Seeds	10 seeds per packet
Origin	Wales, UK
Genus	Capsicum baccatum
Scoville Rating/Heat Level	the Sugar Rush Peach Stripey delivers a very respectable and noticeable heat. It typically registers between 50,000 to 100,000 Scoville Heat Units (SHU). This places it firmly in the medium-hot to hot category, comparable to a strong cayenne pepper or a good Bird's Eye chilli. The heat is quick and sharp, providing a satisfying kick that is beautifully balanced by its sweetness, making it incredibly versatile for a wide range of dishes without being overwhelming for most chilli enthusiasts.
Plant Size	The Sugar Rush Peach Stripey plant is a vigorous and often large, sprawling grower, typically reaching a height of 90-150 cm (3-5 feet). It develops a sturdy main stem and numerous lateral branches, often benefiting from staking or support due to its impressive productivity and the weight of its abundant fruit.
Pod Size	The pods are visually distinctive and incredibly appealing, a true work of art. They are elongated and somewhat irregular in shape, often with a slightly pointed or convoluted end, typically measuring 5-8 cm (2-3.2 inches) in length and 2-3 cm (0.8-1.2 inches) in diameter. They ripen from a light green, developing striking peach or salmon-coloured stripes over a creamy or pale yellow base, creating a mesmerizing variegated pattern when fully mature. Each pod is a unique mini-masterpiece.
Flavour	This is where the Sugar Rush Peach Stripey truly excels! Beyond its satisfying heat and captivating appearance, it boasts an incredibly unique and intensely aromatic flavour profile, characteristic of premium Capsicum baccatum varieties. It delivers a pronounced fruity sweetness, often described as having distinct notes of peach, apricot, or even tropical fruit, combined with a bright, almost citrusy zest and a pleasant, clean chilli background. The "stripey" nature doesn't just add colour; some enthusiasts report an even deeper, more complex fruity nuance. This remarkable balance of sweet and heat makes it exceptionally versatile for fresh salsas, gourmet fruit-based hot sauces, desserts (yes, desserts!), ceviches, and even as a delicious, eye-catching addition to salads or grilled dishes. It’s a truly gourmet and artistic chilli.
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