Vegetables
Intermediate
Annual
Habanero Pepper
Capsicum chinense
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About Plant: Habanero Pepper
A very hot aromatic chile with lantern-shaped fruit; needs a long warm season and careful handling.
Growing Profile
SunlightFull Sun (8+ hrs)
WaterRegular, consistent
SoilRich, well-drained (6.0–6.8)
Spacing18–24 inches
Height18–36 inches
Time to Harvest90-120
Planting Depth1/4 inch seed
Germination Time7–21 days
Expert Growing Tips
Start peppers early indoors, transplant into warm soil and wear gloves when handling very hot fruit or seeds.