{"product_id":"red-habanero-pepper-seeds-20-fiery-hot-heirloom-chili-seeds-capsicum-chinense","title":"Red Habanero Pepper Seeds – 20 Fiery Hot Heirloom Chili Seeds (Capsicum chinense)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Habanero peppers are a beloved heirloom chili known for their intense heat and fruity, floral flavor. These lantern-shaped peppers mature from green to a vibrant red, adding a bold splash of color to vegetable gardens and containers. With their fiery heat, they are a favorite for making hot sauces, salsas, and spicy seasonings. Whether you are an experienced chili grower or a heat-seeking gardener, Red Habanero delivers both ornamental beauty and culinary punch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow your own supply of these premium hot peppers from seed. The plants are vigorous and productive, thriving in warm, sunny conditions. Start seeds indoors to get a head start on the season, then transplant outdoors once the soil has warmed. With proper care, you'll be harvesting your own homegrown habaneros in no time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely hot chili pepper with a fruity, smoky flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety that produces 1-2 inch lantern-shaped peppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeppers ripen from green to bright red at maturity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProductive plants that grow well in gardens or containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for hot sauces, salsas, and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Capsicum chinense\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual (perennial in tropical climates)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-11 (as perennial); grown as annual elsewhere\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 90-100 days from transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart Red Habanero seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep in seed-starting mix and keep the soil consistently warm (80-85°F) and moist for best germination. Once seedlings have several true leaves and all danger of frost has passed, harden them off and transplant outdoors in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space plants 18-24 inches apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater regularly to keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Fertilize lightly every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. Peppers are ready to harvest when they reach full color and firmness. Wear gloves when handling hot peppers and wash hands thoroughly afterward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 Red Habanero Pepper seeds (Capsicum chinense).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67835984478518,"sku":"FOLIA2-1524","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6511771660_hjz3.jpg?v=1793096867","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/red-habanero-pepper-seeds-20-fiery-hot-heirloom-chili-seeds-capsicum-chinense","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}