Approximate seed count per packet ( 0.6g = 120 seeds )
Habanero Pepper (Capsicum chinense 'Habanero'): Intensely Hot and Flavorful Peppers for Your Garden
Cultivate intensely hot and flavorful peppers in your garden with Habanero Pepper (Capsicum chinense 'Habanero'). Known for its small size and extreme heat, this pepper variety adds a fiery punch to your culinary creations. Explore the characteristics and optimal growing conditions of Habanero Pepper for a bountiful harvest of these intensely spicy and flavorful peppers.
Key Features:
- Extreme Heat: Habanero Peppers are prized for their extreme heat, ranking among the hottest peppers in the world. The intense spiciness adds a fiery kick to dishes, creating a bold and memorable culinary experience. Up to 215,000 scoville units.
- Small and Lantern-Like: Recognized for their small size and lantern-like shape, Habanero Peppers are ideal for adding heat to salsas, hot sauces, and spicy dishes. The distinctive appearance makes them a visually appealing addition to your garden.
- Flavorful and Fruity: Experience the flavorful and fruity taste of Habanero Peppers. Beyond the intense heat, these peppers offer a unique and fruity flavor profile that enhances the overall taste of your dishes.
- Versatile Culinary Uses: Habanero Peppers are versatile in the kitchen. Use them to infuse heat into sauces, marinades, and dishes where intense spiciness is desired. Exercise caution, as their heat level is extremely high.
- Prolific Harvest: Habanero Pepper plants are known for their prolific harvest. With proper care and optimal growing conditions, you can enjoy a continuous supply of these intensely spicy peppers throughout the growing season.
- Compact Growth Habit: Habanero Pepper plants have a compact growth habit, making them suitable for gardens with limited space. Plant them in containers, raised beds, or garden plots for easy cultivation.
- Warm-Season Crop: Habanero Peppers thrive as a warm-season crop, requiring temperatures above 70°F (21°C) for optimal growth. Planting them in the spring or early summer ensures favorable conditions for development.
- Plant Size: Mature plants typically reach a height of 18 to 24 inches, creating a compact and visually appealing presence in your garden.
Optimal Growing Conditions:
Cultivate intensely hot and flavorful peppers with Habanero Pepper using optimal growing conditions:
- Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Habanero Peppers thrive in soil that provides good drainage and essential nutrients for robust growth and pepper development.
- Sunlight: Full sun is essential for Habanero Peppers. Plant them in a location where they receive at least 6-8 hours of sunlight daily to promote healthy foliage and pepper formation.
- Watering: Maintain consistent soil moisture for peppers. Regular watering is crucial, especially during hot weather, to support pepper development and prevent blossom end rot.
- Support: Provide support for the pepper plants, especially when laden with fruit. Staking or caging helps prevent breakage and ensures the stability of the plants.
Experience the thrill of growing and harvesting Habanero Peppers in your garden. Order your seeds today and enjoy the intensely spicy and flavorful addition to your culinary creations.
Habañero Hot PepperPepper Planting Information
Days to Germination: | 10 |
Days to Maturity: | 90 |
Planting Depth: | 1/4" |
Plant Spacing: | 15-20" |
Row Spacing: | 18-30" |
Seeds per Oz. | Seeds per Lb. |
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4000 | 121000 |
Lot # | Tested | Germination Rate |
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J7817 | 2023-10-31 | 85% |
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