RED HABANERO HOT PEPPER | id:53413 | Capsicum chinense | Certified Organic by Ecocert Canada | Annual | Open Pollinated
Fiery Habanero is an intense Scotch Bonnet–type pepper. Each compact 1½’ plant yields 10–20 pendulous fruits transitioning from dark green to red. The wrinkled fruits, known for their distinctive flavor, are popular in West Indian jerk sauce. For regions with frequent nighttime temperatures below 21°C, greenhouse culture is recommended, ensuring successful production. .
Companion plants: Alliums, Basil, Tomato, Spinach, Oregano, Marjoram, Nasturtium, Marigold.
Far from: Beans, Brassicas, Fennel.
Planting tip: Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before planting date. For best results harden off at 18-19°C
Harvesting tip: Ready to harvest as soon as they’ve achieved their final colour. Harvest first fruit promptly to stimulate production.
Storage tip: Store at 10-12°C w/ relative humidity of 95%
Seed depth:1/4″, Plant spacing:12-18”, Row spacing:24-30″, Sun Level:3, Watering Level:2, Germination:7-21 days/jrs, 27-31°C Optimally:27-31°C, Maturity:75-80 d/j, SHU:100000-350000