Habanero Pepper
Capsicumchinense 'Caribbean Red'

Height

Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Sun Exposure
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Other details
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)

Propagation Methods
Sun to Partial Shade

Seed Collecting
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Days to Maturity
White/Near White

Soil pH requirements
Blooms all year
Blooms repeatedly

Heat (Pungency)
Evergreen
Smooth

Fruit Shape

Fruit Size
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Fruit Color

Disease Resistance
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored

Seed Type

Usage

Foliage Color

Bloom Characteristics
Annuals
Vegetables
Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Water Requirements

Where to Grow
Mid (69-80 days)
Late (more than 80 days)