| Merchant | Pot Size | Availability | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
- | In Stock | $100.40 | Buy |
| Common Name | Habanero pepper, Scotch Bonnet |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Capsicum |
| Species | Chinense |
| Variety | Multiple cultivars available |
| Origin | Southern Mexico, Central America |
| Blooming | Produces small white flowers before fruiting |
| Leaf Color | Dark green |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter, pH 6.0-6.8
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; reduce watering slightly during flowering to prevent blossom drop
Requires full sun (6+ hours), indoors needs south-facing window or grow lights for fruiting
Balanced fertilizer at planting, switch to high phosphorus/potassium during flowering and fruit development
Pinch early flowers to encourage bushiness; harvest fruits before fully red for peak capsaicin heat
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