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What makes it special?
Frankenstein BBG Red is an extraordinary superhot rarity with heavily wrinkled red fruit and the typical BBG "bleeding" effect: in suitable fruit, the red colouring extends right into the calyx.
We rate the variety at heat 10+++. A reliable, standardised Scoville measurement for this specific line isn't properly documented publicly – which is why we deliberately avoid citing a made-up number.
We raise the plants ourselves in Illmitz. For us, Frankenstein BBG Red is above all a collector's variety for chilli fans who want to combine extraordinary looks with extreme heat.
Flavour & Use
Frankenstein BBG Red clearly belongs to the superhot range. Given the extreme heat, it should only be used very sparingly.
It's suitable, for example, for strongly dosed ferments, chilli oil, powder or very hot spice blends. Even small amounts of fruit can have a big effect.
For this specific line, there aren't enough reliable, consistent flavour descriptions available. That's why we focus here on what we can confirm: extreme heat and its distinctive BBG look.
When processing, we recommend gloves and particular care with skin and eye contact.
Fruit & Plant
Frankenstein BBG Red belongs to Capsicum chinense. The ripe fruit is red, irregular and heavily wrinkled or pitted.
Particularly characteristic is the so-called BBG or "bleeding" effect: the fruit colour can extend right into the calyx, creating a striking transition between fruit and stem attachment.
As with many modern superhot crosses, the expression of individual fruit can vary. That variety is exactly what makes this variety interesting for collectors.
Growing & Care
For Frankenstein BBG Red, we recommend a full-sun, very warm and sheltered spot. As a Capsicum chinense, it benefits from a long season; a greenhouse or polytunnel is especially worthwhile in our climate.
For pot growing, we recommend at least 8 litres, ideally 10 litres of soil volume. If you have the space, 15–20 litres is ideal.
The substrate should be nutrient-rich and well-draining. Water evenly, but avoid waterlogging. Feed regularly and moderately with a suitable tomato or vegetable fertiliser during growth and fruiting.
The plant is frost-sensitive but can be overwintered frost-free.
Variety Data
Botanical species: Capsicum chinense
Heat: superhot / extremely hot; heat 10+++ with us
Scoville: no reliable standardised measurement for this specific line
Fruit colour: red
Fruit shape: irregular, heavily wrinkled and pitted
Special fruit feature: BBG "bleeding" effect, with possible red colouring into the calyx
Position: full sun, very warm and sheltered
Suitable for: pot, patio, greenhouse and very sheltered outdoor spots
Pot size: at least 8 litres, ideally 10 litres; 15–20 litres ideal
Use: ferments, chilli oil, powder and very hot spice blends
Overwintering: possible frost-free
Special feature: rare BBG superhot with striking bleeding effect
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Frankenstein BBG Red - Chilli Plant
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Frankenstein BBG Red – a superhot with a bleeding effect
Frankenstein BBG Red is a modern superhot rarity with a feature especially sought after in BBG lines: the bleeding effect. Here, the red pigmentation of the ripe fruit can extend right into the calyx. Combined with the heavily wrinkled surface, this creates a very distinctive look. You'll find more extraordinary varieties among our rare chilli plants.
How hot is Frankenstein BBG Red?
We rate the variety at heat 10+++, clearly classifying it as a superhot. For this specific line, however, we're not aware of any reliable standardised SHU measurement. Rather than adopting a seemingly precise figure, we stick to the confirmed classification: extremely hot, and suitable only for very experienced chilli fans.
What does BBG mean in chillies?
BBG is used for various modern crosses to describe the characteristic "bubblegum" or bleeding type. The striking feature isn't just the fruit colour itself, but the possible colour transition into the calyx. In Frankenstein BBG Red, this collector's trait meets red, heavily textured superhot fruit. As is typical with such crosses, the specific expression can vary from fruit to fruit.
Using it with very small doses
With a superhot like Frankenstein BBG Red, small amounts go a long way. Suitable uses include ferments, chilli oil, powder or concentrated spice blends. When cutting and processing, we recommend gloves, clean equipment and particular care. If you're looking for more plants at the top end of the heat scale, you'll find them among our extremely hot chilli plants.
Growing Frankenstein BBG Red
As a Capsicum chinense, the variety needs warmth, plenty of sun and a long season. A greenhouse or very sheltered spot is ideal. In a pot, we recommend at least 8 litres, ideally 10 litres; with 15–20 litres, the plant gets an especially generous root run. A well-known superhot classic for comparison is also the Carolina Reaper.
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