About White Lightning
White Lightning is pale C. baccatum variety. Rating 5,000-15,000 SHU offers mild to moderate heat. The pale yellow-white color is unusual. Flavor is fruity with C. baccatum complexity. Makes pale-colored sauces and salsas. The unique color makes it popular with collectors. Very productive plants. The mild heat is approachable. Excellent fresh where color can be appreciated. Shows color diversity in C. baccatum.
Flavor profile
Mild fruity heat
In the kitchen
Unique color, fresh use
Growing information
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Days to harvest
- 85-95 days
- Plant height
- 36-48 inches
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