Caribbean Red Habanero, Hot Pepper Seeds

Caribbean Red Habanero, Hot Pepper Seeds — One of the Hottest Peppers Anywhere, 150,000–325,000 SHU

Caribbean Red Habanero (Capsicum annuum) is one of the hottest peppers anywhere — reaching 150,000 to 325,000 Scoville units. Blocky, wrinkled pods measure about 2 inches long and slightly less wide, maturing from green to brilliant red. Most nutritious when allowed to ripen fully on the plant. Exceptional for hot sauces, salsas, and fiery marinades. Handle with gloves. 90 days from transplant.

Why Grow Caribbean Red Habanero?

• 150,000–325,000 SHU — one of the hottest peppers anywhere
• Brilliant red, blocky, wrinkled pods — ~2 inches, stunning at full ripeness
• Most nutritious at full ripeness — allow to ripen fully on the plant
• Exceptional for hot sauces and salsas — intense heat and flavor
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year

Growing Notes

Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost. Transplant outdoors after frost danger has passed, spacing plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun. Water consistently. Fertilize when blooms appear. Allow to ripen fully to red on the plant. Always handle with gloves. 90 days from transplant.

Days to maturity: 90 days
Heat level: 150,000–325,000 SHU
Pod size: ~2 inches, blocky, wrinkled
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Non-GMO, Annual
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12