Organic Red Habanero Hot Pepper (Capsicum chinense) is an iconic hot pepper variety known for its bright red, lantern-shaped fruits and intense fruity aroma. This classic Capsicum chinense habanero delivers strong heat with tropical notes that add depth and character to many recipes. The vigorous, productive Capsicum chinense plant reaches approximately 60 to 90 cm (2436 in.) tall and becomes highly decorative as the fruits ripen against the green foliage. Its discreet whitish flowers appear before an abundant harvest, giving specialty vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, and containers an exotic and generous appearance.
This Capsicum chinense pepper requires warmth, full sun, and rich, fertile, well-drained soil that is slightly acidic to neutral. Start Capsicum chinense seeds indoors from February through April at temperatures between 24 and 30C to support the long growing season required in Canada. In 15 to 20 L containers, this hot pepper plant benefits from additional warmth around the roots and can be moved or protected during cooler periods. Deep watering when the soil begins to dry slightly at the surface encourages strong fruit development without waterlogging the roots, while moderate fertilization supports flowering, plant vigour, and aromatic fruit quality.
Ideal for culinary vegetable gardens, specialty pepper collections, greenhouses, and sunny patio containers, Organic Red Habanero Hot Pepper combines excellent productivity with intense culinary value. Its fiery red fruits are perfect for artisan hot pepper sauces, marinades, fermentation, drying, homemade powders, and dishes inspired by tropical cuisines. A very small quantity is usually enough to flavour and spice an entire recipe, and gloves are recommended during harvest and preparation. This productive plant grows well alongside tomatoes, eggplant, carrots, peas, and onions, while its small whitish Capsicum chinense flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinating insects.
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The ‘Red Habanero’ pepper is a very hot habanero, of the Scotch Bonnet type, known for its wrinkled , pendant fruits that ripen from deep green to intense red . Each compact plant, about 45 cm tall, produces ten to twenty peppers with a fruity , hot, and complex flavor, reaching 100,000 to 350,000 SHU , an intensity sought after for Caribbean jerk sauce and Creole dishes. In regions where nighttime temperatures drop below 21C , greenhouse cultivation is recommended to ensure good fruit set and consistent production. Despite its small size, this pepper offers exceptional aromatic and spicy power, combining fire, tropical fragrance, and reliable yield.
An essential variety for lovers of warmth, it brings character and depth to a multitude of recipes.
Companion plants : Alliums, Basil, Tomato, Spinach, Oregano, Marjoram, Nasturtium, Marigold
Nefarious plants : Broad beans, Brassicaceae, Fennel
Spread/carry : Compact and bushy
Plant height : 40 to 50 cm
Quantity per packet : 20 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Very hot chili pepper (100,000350,000 SHU), Scotch Bonnet type, wrinkled fruits and pendants, ideal for tropical sauces, reliable production under heat
Leaf color : Medium green
Texture/flavor : Fruity, fiery, aromatic
Cold tolerance : Not hardy
Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before planting time, about 6 mm deep in warm potting soil. Maintain a temperature of 27 to 31C to encourage germination in 7 to 21 days. Harden off the seedlings to 1819C before planting them out in full sun (level 3). Water moderately (level 2). Space plants 30 to 45 cm apart, with 60 to 75 cm between rows. In cooler climates or when nighttime temperatures drop below 21C, growing in a greenhouse will ensure better fruit production.
Harvest when the fruits reach their final red color , which ensures maximum heat. Regular picking encourages continuous production. Store the peppers at 10-12C with 95% relative humidity to maintain their firmness and aroma.
In jerk sauce or very spicy marinades
In fermented sauces or spiced reductions
To enhance stir-fries, stews or Caribbean dishes
In powder or flake form after drying
In homemade chili oil for aromatic heat
The ‘Red Habanero’ chili pepper combines heat, fruity aroma, and authentic Caribbean flavor in a compact yet intensely productive variety. A must-have for hot pepper lovers, it brings fire and character to both the garden and the kitchen.
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