25 Habanero Pepper Seeds – Capsicum chinense – Extra-Hot Heirloom Chili, Non-GMO

Habanero peppers are a well-known extra-hot chili variety prized for their intense heat and fruity, floral flavor. These seeds produce plants that bear small, lantern-shaped peppers, typically maturing from green to vibrant orange, red, or other colors depending on the specific strain. Habaneros are a favorite among heat-loving gardeners and culinary enthusiasts for making hot sauces, salsas, and spicy dishes. As an heirloom variety, these seeds allow you to save seeds from your best plants to grow again next season.

With a Scoville rating ranging from 100,000 to 350,000, habaneros deliver a serious kick and are not for the faint of heart. The plants are compact and bushy, making them suitable for container gardening or garden beds in warm climates. They thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, and they reward growers with abundant harvests when given proper care.

Plant Features

• Extra-hot chili pepper with a Scoville rating of 100,000–350,000
• Heirloom, non-GMO seeds for sustainable gardening
• Compact bushy plants ideal for containers or garden beds
• Peppers mature from green to bright orange or red
• Fruity, floral flavor beneath intense heat

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Capsicum chinense
• Plant Type: Annual (perennial in tropical climates)
• Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 9–11 (grown as annual elsewhere)
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 2–3 feet
• Germination Requirements: Soil temperature 80–90°F (27–32°C); germination in 14–28 days
• Spacing: 18–24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start habanero seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix and maintain a warm, consistent temperature for best germination. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or harden them off for garden planting after the danger of frost has passed. Space plants 18–24 inches apart in full sun and well-drained soil.

Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly every few weeks during the growing season. Habaneros benefit from warm temperatures and can be grown in containers in cooler climates. Harvest peppers when they reach full color for maximum flavor and heat.

What's Included

25 Habanero Pepper Seeds (Capsicum chinense).